So I’m applying undergrad to columbia, RD, and my uncle is best friends w Mr. Brown who is on the board of directors, alumni board, and board of athletics. He’s having him write me a strong recommendation, will this help my chances? I have really strong ECs, really really strong essay, really strong grades, 1450 sat and 32 act
How is he going to write you a recommendation if he doesn’t know you? I feel like they are looking for recommendations that showcase your personality, so they have to be from people that know you.
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I’m not sure exactly what to make of that ^^.
it seems to me that this really strong letter will say: “Please admit my best friend’s niece, who I don’t really know.”
We all have best friends, and most of them have nieces or nephews. That doesn’t make them college material.
I would count more on grades, SAT and real letters of recommendation. If I were doing admissions, this particular letter would go straight into the circular file. And, worse, it seems to imply that you can’t get any legit letters.
I think your app will be stronger without it.