Fourteen Ways to Write a Better Letter of Recommendation

Discusses the critical role that letters of reference written by high school counselors play in the college application process. Study queries both writers and readers of letters of recommendation and attempts to expand the body of practical knowledge available to high school counselors. Outlines 14...

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Counselor Role
Faculty advisers
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Letters of Recommendation
Professional school counselors
Recommendations
Reference letters
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Science Teachers
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Student Projects
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