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<p>how can you have an opinion that is both neutral and good ??</p>
<p>Oh to clarify I mean to get a trustworthy (like the person knows about the college admin process) but neutral (like the person doesn't know you personally)? Besides posting online here...I'm paranoid about that.</p>
<p>Your English teacher is always the best they are neutral even if they know you. My D usually lets hers read her essay as she values his input. They help you bainstorm</p>
<p>Teachers often don't have the time to put in really going over an essay. They have classes to prepare, recommendations to write, etc. I once read essays for one student that two teachers had read (one who remarked, "Best I've seen this year")--the essay was trash, right from the first paragraph, in my opinion. I'd pick someone who knows you and is a good writer--do you or your parents have any lawyer or writer friends?</p>
<p>A friend who is a good writer (and has already been accepted to their #1 school, so he/she has time to read and comment on your essay) can be a good choice.</p>