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How to Choose People to Write College Recommendations for You. If you're sweating that college admission,
this guide will increase your chances by helping you find the right people to represent you
in writing. You will need Time Variety of writers and college admission requirements
(optional). Step 1. Start your search early, even before you formally apply to a college,
to give your writers plenty of time to complete the letters. Review the college admission
requirements to be able to tell the writers what is being asked of you, the student. Step
2. Choose a variety of people who know you in different ways, such as family friends,
volunteer coordinators, and former employers. Step 3. Talk with teachers or professors who
can speak about your academic accomplishments or study habits. Step 4. Choose a person with
relevant experience to your chosen field or who attended the college or university you
are applying to for admission. Step 5. Ask the potential recommendation writer for an
interview to make sure they have enough positive things to say or if they know you well enough.
Don't feel that you are intruding by asking for a letter. Most employers and faculty understand
it is part of the job and wish to see you succeed. Step 6. Find people who have a warm
personality and a lively writing style to keep the readers interested and engaged. Soon,
you'll shine on paper as well as in person. Did you know In 2008, the United States Postal
Service processed 203 billion pieces of mail and drove 1.2 billion miles to deliver all
those letters.