Letters of recommendation can feel like one of the most confusing parts of the college application process. Who should you ask? When should you ask? What should you give your recommender? And once the letter is written, how do you actually get it to each college?

In this episode, we’re breaking down everything students need to know about letters of recommendation, from choosing the right recommenders to making sure their letters successfully reach colleges.

We’ll cover:

• Who to ask and what makes a strong recommender
• When and how to ask for a letter
• What information and materials you should provide your recommender
• Teacher vs. counselor vs. outside recommenders
• How many letters different colleges and programs require
• Where to find each college’s recomm ...