Recommender guide

Counselor and teacher recommendations show a student's personality and strengths from different viewpoints. This guide gives examples of key student traits that admissions committees look for and explains how each writer might discuss them.

Recommendation letters help colleges get to know students better from a different perspective. These letters provide insight into what makes a student unique in the classroom, at school, or in their community. Here are tips to effectively advocate for your students.

Brag sheets help counselors write more personalized letters of recommendation. Students can use this form to share their accomplishments, activities, interests, experiences, and goals. Available in English and Spanish.

Brag sheets help teachers write more personalized letters of recommendation. Students can use this form to highlight their interests, experiences, accomplishments, and personal qualities. Available in English and Spanish.

Brag sheets help counselors write more personalized letters of recommendation. Families can use this form to reflect on their student’s strengths, experiences, interests, and personal qualities. Available in English and Spanish.

This sheet captures information about a school. It includes the CEEB code, GPA scale, class rank reporting, class size, and graduation date. Complete this form in advance and share it with students. It will help them answer these questions in their Common App.

Every high school in the U.S. and around the world is different. A school profile is a document that provides colleges with context about a high school community. Check out our tips for developing a school profile.