A Rogue High School Teacher Hurts College Applicant’s Chances

Over the years, we’ve seen some teacher comments on school report cards that would be red flags to admissions officers. It could be something like, “It would serve John to be able to be more of a team player in group projects.” Or it could be, “John tends to be … 

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Some Wish to Eliminate Recommendation Letters

Imagine a world in which applicants to our nation’s highly selective colleges can earn admission without test scores, grades, letters of recommendation, activities, and essays. Imagine a world in which applicants to our nation’s highly selective colleges can earn admission with only a smile. We’re kidding. Or are we kidding? … 

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