I know the letters of recommendation I used were really good, how will that help me?\n\nI'll hear back from the honors college I applied to within the next week.
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Importance of Recommendations depends on three factors:\n\n1.The program for which you are applying.\n2.Your aim for applying.\n3.The university you are considering for application.\n\nIf you are having research experience and are applying for a research program or a Research Assistantships than recommendations play an important part.\nSimilarly for Teaching Assistantships.\n\nIf you are considering a top ranked program then also recommendations play an important part. \n\nCorollary of this is your  recommendor's credentials should be impeccable.The recommendations should site some   specific experiences and should not be generic in nature.\n\nAccording to a recent Survey following factors play an important part in an application mix.\n1.Academics\n2.Standardized Test Scores\n3.Recommendations\n4.Essay\n\nAll are important ingredients of the application mix.\n\nI have not mentioned TOEFL because it has a different role to play. For\nadmission if you have a decent TOEFL score it is sufficient.Every university\nor even a program specifies a minimum TOEFL score. If you meet it along with\ngood credentials it is enough.\nHowever it does not imply that if one has  a high TOEFL score it does not\nhave a positive affect on ones application.\nAmong the other credentials the importance of each depends  on the rank of\nthe university you are applying. For Top Universities Academics is more\nimportant and second weightage is given to GRE.As we go down the ranks\nimportance of academics goes on shrinking and GRE starts playing more\nimportant role. This is for a normal student.\nBy my saying this I am not decrying the role of other items in the\napplication  mix i.e. Recos and Essay.\nSufficient it to say that the importance of each item depends on each\nindividuals circumstances.\n\nIf you have a low GRE score it is important that you have good academics.To\nsome extent the negative impact of low GRE score can be balanced by a high\nacademic score.\nThe importance of high academics can be realized when you note that while\nyou can dispense  with low GRE score by taking the test again you cannot\novercome with low academics.\n\nSimilarly if you have low academic score you can be excused to some extent \nfor this by scoring high in GRE. Along with this you should be able to\npresent your case well in your SOP and your Recos should also support your case.\n\nThus you will see from the above that\n\nThe active ingredient in the application mix are\n1. GPA\n2.GRE / GMAT/ SAT\n\nThe supporting ingredients are\n3.RECOS\n4.SOP\n\nThe dormant ingredient is\n5. TOEFL.\nTOEFL comes to play when there is a tie.\n\nIn the case of Business Studies experience is another important aspect. More of it later.\nThe importance of each lies with your circumstances and your choice of a program.\n\nYou can find more details at \nhttp://groups.yahoo.com/group/ADMISSIONSOURCE/\n\nGood Luck\nNBS
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U of I is really good.\n\nlots of things can help...grades, references, test scores.\nDo you have any clinical or research experience? That would probably be one of the biggest contributions.\n\nGood luck
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I did not quite understand the ins and outs of your situation, but if you are determined to go to this particular school, perhaps you should make an appointment to see the chair and ask his/her advice about what you could do to better your chances of being accepted.
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What you need to do is ask another professor in the department you are in or a professor you took a class from for a letter of recommendation. Most schools will accept a letter from any professor you took a class from. You can also call or email you previous supervisor and ask her or him to update the letter. If you don't think that is a good idea you can always call the school and explain your situation and ask them for advice on what to do. The best way to get a letter of recom from most professors is to write it your self and have them modify it. You can find examples from the internet. Best of Luck
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See what you think of this...\n\nDear Sir/Madam:\n\n\nI recently was awarded one of two scholarships from your organization at my high school, Atlantic Community, at the Senior Awards Ceremony on May 17, 2006.  I cannot express in words how proud being the recipient of this scholarship makes me.\n\nI would like to thank you for finding me deserving of this honor.  With my family’s recent financial difficulties, being the recipient of your scholarship has removed a significant financial burden from my shoulders, which should allow me to focus all of my attention to my studies and achieving my goals as a college student.  For this I am eternally grateful.\n\nIt is my intention to work hard throughout college to prove that I am deserving of this honor and look forward to the day that I can invite you to my College Graduation as an expression of my gratitude.\n\nRespectfully,\n\n\nXXX
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Will you be majoring in acting/performance arts? If so, then yes, you should definitely send an audition tape. Write a good essay that portrays your love for art, acting, drama, etc, your goals and your background. And send excellent recommendation letters from your teachers, counselors and anyone who knows you well. Good luck!
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Your GPA and your ACT score tell two different stories.  Did something happen when you took your ACT?  Or is 21 a typo?  Your GPA and class list look great, but if I were you, I'd take the ACT one more time to get that extra boost.  \n\nGood luck!  Rock Chalk Jayhawk!
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richard lyon- he was just a brilliant college tutor. he originally hailed from liverpool in england and he had this wonderful knack of being able to motivate students but in a laidback, down-to-earth way. i actually owe him a lot of gratitude for unearthing my writing and grammar skills, of which i'd always felt i never had the ability to do. since as when i left school at 16 with no qualifications to speak of, i felt at that time that that was it for me. but doing a study skills returners course at 18 back then gave me the confidence to realise that i could make and achieve something out of myself and alas, richard's feedback and encouragement gave me the imputus to carry on pursuing education, ever to this day.  i am in my final year at university, and alas, i wouldn't have really got to this stage had it not been for richard's expertise and knowhow. he was able to detect my academic strengths and weaknesses, whilst acknowledging also my work efforts in class and suggest other ways for me to always improve and work further on my writing, particuarly essays. \n\nthe greatest thing i learned from him though is knowing that i could do it; that i could write essays, have a voice, to believe in myself. when i first arrived to commence on that returner's course, i was still young at 18, lacked confidence and motivation, within myself and i'd felt that i wanted to learn but its seems as if whenever i turned round a corner, when i'd believed that there was something there for me, when i got there and looked, it just wasn't there. fortunately, richard was there and he did a wonderful job: he was intelligent, respectful, honest and very friendly indeed.  \n\nwhen i graduate from university, next summer of next year at the age of 26, when i go and pick up my degree i will be honouring it to people like him. if it wasn't for richard, i just wouldn't be at university and alas, he has got me to where i am today and i am thankful to him for that .\n\nthanks! i really enjoyed answering this question as it definitely made my day!
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colleges are looking to see if you can manage your time well.  a high gpa is great and ANY extra curr. activities is even better!  i don't think they can judge which are more important *some clubs are just as busy as say, drama or sports*.  what they really like is for you to "hold an office" - like be president, v.p., treasurer, etc. of your club. that looks good.  some big ones are: sport teams, academic teams (debate), volunteer work (in your church/community/school), and music (band/strings/chorus).  I think outside activities (things you do not related to school like hobbies, jobs, private lessons, etc.) can look just as good.  \n\nthey just want to know you are ready to juggle studies & life on campus & are prepared to contribute.   also don't forget to knock them out with your admissions essay!! good luck!
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LETTER OF RECOMMENDATION\nIn April students ask a site supervisor or another adult to write a letter of recommendation. Students should choose someone who is not a family member, can provide a well-written letter, knows the student well enough to be credible and thinks highly of the student and his/her abilities. The recommendation letter is filed in the student's portfolio and can be used for applications. Request the letter 2-3 weeks before the due date. Below is a request for a recommendation letter used by students.\n\nDownload form letter pdf\n\nStudents may wish to download the Word document template to personalize his or her request for a letter of recommendation. \nDownload Word template \n\nTo Whom It May Concern:\nThe students of Shorecrest High School have been involved in community service work as part of their English class during this school year. As a final assignment they will be asking you for a letter of recommendation. This letter will be placed in their portfolios in the Career Center. When they are applying for jobs, scholarships and/or college admissions in the future, they may include your letter as documentation of their volunteer/work experience. Many of you have written letters of recommendation before, but for those who are unsure here are some suggestions:\n\n• The letter should be typed.  \n• Include the name of person being reviewed. \n• Include your name, address and phone number. \n• Provide explanation of your relationship to and the length of time you have known the individual. \n• State the limitations of your recommendation. \n• Give your insight into the individual. Cover such things as motivation, maturity, independence, or originality, capacity for growth, special talents, enthusiasm, attendance, or information, which will help differentiate the student from others. \n• Be brief. Limit it to one page. \n• Please sign the letter. \n• If the May 19th due date would prohibit use of the US Postal Service, you may FAX the letter to me at 206.361.4284. Emails are inappropriate for use as a letter of recommendation as they are not signed. \n\nThe first and concluding sentences are very important. The first sentence should get the attention of the reader, and the last sentence should effectively summarize your recommendation.\n\nI hope you will find these suggestions helpful. Thank you for having our student at your site this year and for taking the time to write the letter of recommendation. I would appreciate receiving the letter of recommendation by May 19. If you have any questions, please call me at 206.361.4285.\n\n\nSincerely,\n\nColleen Kiyonaga\nCommunity Service Teacher
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Syracuse, yes. Boston, yes. Florida, yes. Miami (OH), maybe.\n\nThose sports help a LOT...apply everywhere, anyways. If you don't get into the place you want, or get deffered, ask for an interview.\n\nDON'T apply for sciences. Stay undecided. It's easier to get in. And write amazing essays, and shoot for that high ACT.\n\nI had a 29 (first time, no studying) and a 3.5 and i got into some top schools -- U of M, Northwestern, Albion, Purdue, Miami (OH). But i've got a bunch of letters, and i did an amazing amount of community service. It helped a lot.\n\nDo a CRAPLOAD of community service! Shoot for atlest 75 hours.
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Oh my goodness, you are too young to be worrying that much about grades!  Eeeek!  They push kids harder and harder as the years go by...\n\n3.7 is a great GPA!  It seems to me like math is your forte.  It is VERY common for people to do better in the classes they are more interested in.  We have a limited attention span, and we have to delegate what we really listen to, and what we don't.  Personally, I am not good at math.  So because I do not have a passion for it, I am more attentive in English.  And often, it is not even on purpose, but it's in our human nature to ignore what we don't care to hear.  But unfortunately, as you will learn in life, you have to force yourself to! \n\nMy advice for you...you seem to be doing well in math.  So, as that's not your 'problem' area, I would focus more on literature.  Ask yourself what it is about Literature that you are not understanding.  Do you have a problem finding the meaning of what you are reading?  Do you have problems reading a large amount of text?  Try and figure out what it is that is making the class difficult for you.  Let a parent or guardian know, and they can definitely help you!  Another person to ask would be your teacher.  They are there to help you learn, and if you are honest with them and say "I need help," they will be more than willing!  Especially since it affects their salary! (or at least it will soon).  Another idea is to find a friend in the class to study with.  You may be too young, yet, to have study groups.  But I have been studying with friends since late elementary school, and it helps a lot to hear the information from someone other than a teacher!\n\nOne technique I have used before is while you are reading a short story or article, write down the main characters, their roles in the story, the plot, important events, etc...  When you are done reading, review the notes you took and it will help solidify the information and make it stick better!  College professors actually advise students to review the information they learned in class immediately following lecture because you keep it in your short-term memory longer, which will make it easier to translate to long-term memory!  \n\nAlso...an honors math class...a 3.7 GPA...you are NO dumbie! :)  And even if you get a bad grade on something, it does not mean you are dumb!  I consider myself an intelligent person, and I have failed tests/exams before.  Sometimes, you just have bad luck or you get a brain fart during an exam!  It happens to the best of us!! So don't worry, and if all else fails, ask for help! :)
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There are lots of different types of universities and colleges out there. While your current grades may not get you into Harvard, they will get you into many other very good schools. And if you are able to improve your GPA over the next year, they'll love that - schools often will weight later grades higher than earlier grades. You can also bolster your application with well written essays (you write well, so keep that up) and some strong extracurriculars. With extracurriculars, try to do at least one thing in depth - you don't have to do tonnes of stuff - in fact, it's better if you focus a bit and do a few things in depth. So if you have an interest, pursue it, and you'll be able to talk about that on your applications. And see how your SAT and PSAT go. \n\nIn fact, there are lots of schools out there that actively court serious students with B averages. \n\nSchools that you can look at - really good schools with great reputations that may fit you - include the following:\n\n\nIthaca\nFordham University\nMarymount\nSUNY Binghamton\nUMass Amherst\nBoston College\nQuinnipiac University\nClark University\nUniversity of New Hampshire\nUniversity of Vermont\n\n\nThose are just a few examples from the northeast. There are lots more. Some of these might be a slight stretch for you, but all are truly realistic.  \n\nThere's a resource, below, that might help you. You'll see a summary of the article, but I think you have to pay for access to the complete contents. Your parents may be willing once they see the summary. Or you may be able to pick up a copy at your local bookstore. I think it's, maybe $6.00.
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Well it wasn't hard for me though the college is supposedly really selective. Just make sure your sat or act scores along with your gpa if you still in high school looks good before you apply.  I'm a freshman and I disagree with what the person above me posted. The school is far from boring. Maybe his cousin attends one of the remote colleges of SCAD. I'm at the main campus and I've never heard anyone say anything negative about the school. You should really look into SCAD. I recommend taking a tour.
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Most of the letters I wrote for students were about 3/4 of a page.  Some of those students got into top five law schools and the top ranked MBA program. \n\nThe letter that got me into my PhD program at Berkeley was only a half page long.
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usually the college that you're applying to will be able to help you out with that.\n\nMy suggestion is to go to their website, or directly to them (in person) and see if they can help you there.
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I strongly discourage you from using a letter from a high school teacher as a law school recommendation letter.\n\nLaw school admissions committees do NOT want to know what you did in high school, or what your high school teachers think of you.  They DO want to know how well you have taken advantage of university-level courses.   Your high school teachers, even those with whom you have a close relationship, have not been witness to your academic development over the past three or four years.  They are not able to testify to your abilities in the arenas of close reading, clear writing, and critical thinking, because they have not read (and graded) the papers you have written in your field of interest (major).  \n\nFinally, it is not necessary for you to have a "close relationship" with a college professor in order for you to get a great letter of recommendation.  Just choose professors who taught courses in which you got excellent grades, and in which you regularly participated in discussion.\n\nHere's a fantastic description of how to get the best possible letters from your college professors.  Points 5 and 6 will be of the most help to you.\n\nhttp://www.yale.edu/iefp/fellowships/other/asking_rec_letters.html