How to Address a College Application Envelope

Knowing how to properly address a college application envelope can save you time and stress as you consider which universities you want to attend. Addressing the envelopes is easy once you have your technique down pat. You can either type out the address on a computer and then print the envelope or you can write it out using a pen.

1. Locate the address to the college that you are applying to. Phone the university to access the address if it is not located on the application. Pull up the college's website for the purpose of finding the physical mailing address in the "contact us" section.


2. Type or write out your address by hand on the top, left portion of your envelope. Write out the college's name in the top, left area on the envelope. Write the university's address underneath the school's name. Write out the city, sate and zip code where the university is located.


3. Write or type the university address in the middle of your envelope. Place your full name for the first line. Add in your address in the middle portion. Put the city, state and zip code onto the bottom section in the middle of your envelope.


4. Print in black ink, if you plan to address your envelope from the computer. Choose pen ink in professional colors including blue or black ink.