<p>My counselor told me today that Harvard had called her to express how good my teacher recommendations were and to sort of confirm them it seemed like. Does anyone have any experience with this or know what it means?</p>
<p>It’s certainly not unheard of. I’d assume it means, well, that they thought your recommendations were fabulous! I’d take it as a good sign.</p>
<p>I can only say that that can be nothing but a good sign, honestly. It’s no guarantee, but it definitely is a plus, especially if they went to the pain of making a phone call. </p>
<p>On the other hand (the more pessimistic one) they may have thought they were too good to be true. Either way, it seems positive. I was accepted early, but I have never heard of such a specific incident happening.</p>
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<p>Three years ago, a student plead guilty to forging his transcript, test scores and teacher recommendations when he applied to Harvard. So I think Admissions is ultra careful these days and sometimes may call a counselor to verify recommendations or information that seems “too good to be true.” I wouldn’t read anything more into it though.</p>
<p>gibby may be right, but also remember that AOs have to “sell” those candidates they like to the sub and full committee(s)–she might want a bit more information on a point made in the recommendation as she is constructing the short narrative statement on your case.</p>
<p>At worst it means nothing, but it is probably a good sign. But don’t go out any buy any Crimson clothing just yet. </p>
<p>Good luck.</p>