<p>I'm in a terrible situation. One of my teachers have yet to submit their recommendations for the common app (i'm applying to BU, NYU, UVA, Carnegie Mellon). </p>
<p>Can I just send in my online application first? Cause I really can't wait for the teachers to submit it online, it'll be past the deadline.</p>
<p>Help really appreciated. I'm about to go crazy!</p>
<p>they'll be lenient, it's fine.</p>
<p>You should go ahead submit your applications before the deadline. If your teacher submits a little late, it should be fine. You may want to contact those colleges on your list. They will say it is okay.</p>
<p>Thank you very much! :)</p>
<p>grantedin is exactly right. This happens all the time. Just follow up with your schools and let them know that your recs are "on the way." No need to panic.</p>