Learn who your letter of recommendation should come from, how many letters are needed, and what qualities are most valued in the letter. …

Take advantage of the guidance that school counselors provide by attending events they host, being proactive and initiating a conversation with them, and having them write a letter of recommendation that puts personality and dimension behind the student's grades. …

When you choose individuals to write your letters of recommendation, pick teachers and mentors who taught you in one of the five core subjects, who know you well, who helped you along the way, or who made your high school career easier.…

Get tips on evaluating schools, details on each component of the college application, and resources to help you through the next several months.…

Learn the tips on getting organized, who to ask, and how to ask for letters of recommendation. …