Letters of recommendation (LORs), also known as reference letters in the Indian context, provide a fresh, independent evaluation of the applicant from someone who has observed the student in academic and/or professional contexts.
Hello readers! Last week we discussed the process of requesting and submitting letters of recommendation (LORs). This week, we will be discussing standardized tests. U.S. higher education programs and institutions might have a standardized test requirement in their application forms. More competitive schools will likely have higher score requirements and some U.S. institutions could be […]
Hello readers! Last week we discussed the purpose of, the usual number of, and the sources for letters of recommendation (LORs). Today, we will be discussing the process of requesting and submitting LORs. Like most other aspects of applications to US higher education institutions, students should plan to collect LORs far ahead of their submission […]
Hello readers! In last week’s column we discussed how to write a good personal statement. This week, we will be discussing letters of recommendation (LORs). LORs are important because they show the application committee what a student’s potential is. Letters of recommendation, or “reference letters,” are written by professors or a professional contact (e.g., a […]
