Hi guys! Junior here planning on applying to Santa Clara University. Anyone knows how many letters of recommendation they require? And if there are any specific guidelines on who should write them?
Santa Clara University requires one letter of recommendation for undergraduate applicants. The letter should ideally come from a teacher who knows you well and can speak to your strengths, work habits, and potential for college-level work. It might be most effective to choose a teacher in a subject that is relevant to the program or major you're applying to at SCU. However, you also can submit up to two additional letters if you feel they will add meaningful information to your application. These could come from coaches, employers, or other non-family members who know you well. It's always a good idea to ask for these letters sooner rather than later so that the writers have ample time to provide a thoughtful letter.
CollegeVine’s Q&A seeks to offer informed perspectives on commonly asked admissions questions. Every answer is refined and validated by our team of admissions experts to ensure it resonates with trusted knowledge in the field.