Common Application Online (CAO) Users

We provide support to student applicants and recommendation providers using the Common Application Online (CAO).

Student Applicants

If you are an applicant working on your online Common Application and you need technical assistance, please visit the CAO Application Support Center.

Access CAO Application Support Center

Counselor, Teacher, or Recommendation Providers

If you are a counselor, teacher, or recommendation provider working on an online form for the Common Application and you need technical assistance, please visit the CAO School Form Support Center.

Access CAO School Form Support Center

If you are completing an online application or recommendation form for an institution that uses a Hobsons solution, please visit our main Online Applicants and Recommendation Providers Support section.