Common App vs Pitzer Hub
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Common App
Manage your college applications on the go. This app offers a secure and streamlined way to apply to over 1000 colleges, research financial aid options, and access guidance from counselors, all from your mobile device.
- Apply to 1000+ colleges
- Research financial aid
- Get counselor advice
- Secure application process
- Mobile convenience
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Simplify your college application experience with Common App for mobile. Common App for mobile provides you with the same secure, streamlined application experience you’ve come to expect from Common App online, all from the convenience of your mobile device. The app seamlessly integrates with the first-year desktop experience — allowing you to apply to more than 1000 colleges, research financial aid, and get advice from counselors. Common App for mobile is free and easy to use. Download the app to navigate your entire college application journey.
Pitzer Hub
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Pitzer Hub – Your One-Stop Campus Connection Stay connected and navigate campus life effortlessly with Pitzer Hub, the official app for Pitzer College. Whether you're a student, faculty, or staff member, Pitzer Hub puts everything you need in one place: - Personalized Dashboard – Access essential tools, deadlines, and announcements tailored to you. - Student Services – Register for classes, check financial aid, find housing info, and more. - Real-Time Notifications – Stay informed with important alerts and updates. - Event & Calendar Hub – Never miss a campus event or deadline. - Quick Access to Resources – Connect with advisors, IT support, career services, and more. - Community & Engagement – Join campus groups, chat with peers, and collaborate seamlessly. - Designed with the Pitzer community in mind, Pitzer Hub helps you stay informed, engaged, and connected—wherever you are.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is chart position: Common App at #31 against Pitzer Hub's unranked. Pitzer Hub's advantage is update cadence (every 4 months vs every 9 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Common App ships an update every 9 months, Pitzer Hub every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Common App | Pitzer Hub |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.0 (677 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 22.9% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 677 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 9 months | Every 4 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Best chart rank | #31 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 14.2 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 16 MB | 8 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | The Common Application | Adora Experiences |
Bugs and requests
Common App
Reported bugs
3 issues- White screen on login
- App doesn't load past logo
- Redirects transfer students to website
Requested features
3 requests- Keep user logged in for longer
- Increase text box size
- Add back button navigation
Pitzer Hub
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Common App
No in-app purchases
Pitzer Hub
No in-app purchases
