Hi folks! I'm prepping for the Boston College application process and I'm not sure about their letters of recommendation requirements. Can someone with experience tell me how many letters they need, and any specific people they want them from?
Sure, happy to help with that! For Boston College, you are required to submit three letters of recommendation when you apply.
One of these letters should be written by your guidance counselor, college counselor, or the school official responsible for your high school's college applications process. This person will provide a comprehensive overview of your academic history, extracurricular involvements, and personal qualities in the context of your overall high school environment.
The other two recommendations should come from teachers in core academic subjects (like English, mathematics, science, social studies/history, or a foreign language). Boston College wants to see your intellectual curiosity, work ethic, and engagement in a classroom setting from a teacher's perspective.
It's also important to remember to choose people who really know you and can write persuasively about your character, skills, and potential. Make sure to give your recommenders plenty of time to write your letters, ideally a month or more. Good luck with your application!
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