# Ready To Apply?

Thinking about joining Open Source Collective (OSC)? Awesome! Before you submit your application, take a moment to review the checklist below. This will help ensure you're set up for success and your application goes smoothly through our process.

## Before You Apply: <a href="#docs-internal-guid-1efb9d19-7fff-f4d5-7123-e4fd0472dab5" id="docs-internal-guid-1efb9d19-7fff-f4d5-7123-e4fd0472dab5"></a>

Make sure you've:

1. Read our [Terms of Fiscal Sponsorship Agreement](https://docs.oscollective.org/welcome-and-introduction-to-osc/terms-of-fiscal-sponsorship)
2. Review our [fees](https://docs.oscollective.org/getting-started/fees) so that you understand the costs involved
3. Checked that you meet our [eligibility requirements ](https://docs.oscollective.org/interested-in-joining-osc/acceptance-criteria)and will follow the [Open Collective](https://docs.opencollective.com/help/about/community-guidelines)[ Community Guidelines](https://docs.opencollective.com/help/about/community-guidelines)
4. Have, preferably, 2 community members ready to be added as[ admins](https://docs.opencollective.com/help/collectives/core-contributors) on the Open Collective page. Admins have full permissions to manage settings, approve expenses, and manage the budget.

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## How We Verify Applications

We have two different methods of application: GitHub verification and manual verification. Each method has its own steps and you can read more about those here:

* [GitHub Verification](https://docs.oscollective.org/how-to-apply/github-verification)
* [Manual Verification](https://docs.oscollective.org/how-to-apply/manual-verification)

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## **Ready To Apply?**

:point\_right: [**Ready to apply?**](https://opencollective.com/opensource/apply/intro) [**Submit your application here**](https://opencollective.com/opensource/apply/intro)**.**

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## What Happens After You Apply

If your project meets our [acceptance criteria](https://docs.oscollective.org/getting-started/acceptance-criteria), and has no conflict with our[ Terms](https://docs.oscollective.org/legal/terms-of-fiscal-sponsorship), you'll likely to be approved.

We aim to review applications weekly. If we have any questions, we'll follow up with you on the application directly.&#x20;

Please note that final approval is at our discretion. We receive a high volume of applications, so there may occasionally be delays in receiving a response on your application. We appreciate your patience and interest in being hosted by OSC.