I'm getting ready to apply to a few community colleges and I'm not sure if I need to include a cover letter with my application. Does anyone know if this is required or recommended?
Typically, community colleges do not require a cover letter as part of their application process. The standard materials usually include the application form itself, official high school transcripts or GED scores if applicable, and SAT/ACT scores, if the school requires them. Some colleges may also require an application essay or personal statement.
Each college can have its own unique requirements, so you should always check the specific application instructions provided by the schools to which you're applying. However, if a cover letter is not clearly stated as a requirement, it's safe to assume it's not required.
Cover letters are more commonly used in job applications, not college applications. So, while you'll have plenty of opportunities to write them down the line, for now you shouldn't have to worry about that.
That being said, if you're at all in doubt, you can always reach out to the admissions office and ask directly. Good luck with your applications!
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