<p>DS's teacher is happy to write recommendation letter, but says it might not go out until November 1. If a college's application deadline is Nov 1 or earlier, and the recommendation letter is received afterward, will that be a problem if all the student requirements were on time?</p>
<p>Not a problem. The colleges hold the deadline for things under the student’s control. They expect transcripts and recommendations to come dribbling in a little bit at times.</p>
<p>If the deadline is Nov 1, it should be fine. However, I would be wary of schools that have earlier deadlines. Usually postmarked within a week or so of the deadline is fine. If you are worried about any particular school, though, I would call them and ask them about their policy. </p>
<p>Also note that sometimes things happen and letters get lost in the mail, so they will give you time to get documents in. I had to send in my transcript twice to one school because the first one never made it, but it did not affect my admissions decision.</p>