Can an application be submitted before recommenders submit their forms? d

I understand time is of essence when it comes to competitive scholarships and the recommendations are not here yet. What can be one first and now to make sure it is done soon enough, yet right?

Applications can be sent first. In fact, I’d guess that most applications are sent before recs.

Ok. So she is filling out the Common app, and there is a section “Invite Recommenders”. She did ask for the recommendations at school already, but it is not completed yet. So what should be filled in there?