and the most effective letters demonstrate a candidate's potential for greatness, according to college admissions officers. The best person to write a letter of recommendation is someone who knows ...

Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. Dr. Aviva Legatt covers college admissions and college transitions. Once you’ve chosen your recommenders, it’s essential to guide them ...

Letters of recommendation from teachers, school counselors and other sources can help college admissions officers get a more complete picture of applicants. They give admissions offices a "third ...