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General info about recommendation letters
General info about recommendation letters
Some countries require recommendations from teachers (UK, US) and counsellors (US).
Teacher/counsellor recommendations MUST BE ASKED early - at least 4-6 WEEKS BEFORE THE APPLICATION DEADLINE.
Ask recommendation from a teacher that knows you the best (and might be connected to the field of study you apply to)
Notice! Applying "early" to UK / US requires also that you set up your UCAS / CommonApp account EARLY.
UK
UK
In UCAS the recommender has his/her own UCAS account:
References for UCAS undergraduate applications
US
US
CommonApp: Understanding the recommendation process
In CommonApp you invite the recommender by his/her email:
How do I assign my recommenders in CommonApp?
How to request a letter of recommendation
How to request a letter of recommendation
1. Choose who you want to write your letters.
1. Choose who you want to write your letters.
3. Ask in person first. Ask early to give ample time. If you sense hesitation, ask someone else.
3. Ask in person first. Ask early to give ample time. If you sense hesitation, ask someone else.
4. Follow up before the due date.
4. Follow up before the due date.
5. Say a final thank you.
5. Say a final thank you.
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