Letters of rec are optional so you technically don't have to send any in. But if your teachers are willing to write them, I would definitely try and send in all three if you can. It gives admissions a better insight into who you are.
Not it doesn't, I sent in 2 and my application is complete. Obviously they recommend all 3 though. Regardless of whether or not it's that good of a recommendation, I'm sure it shows dedication that you got 3 people to write you a LOR and helps your chances.Oh okay thank you, but does it have to be all three?
Okay thanks guys. Last two questions... Do the letters have to be directed to someone in general or does it just have to be directed towards admissions? Also, we send the letter ourselves, am I correct? Thank you.
Sorry to butt in but would getting a Rec letter from a service academy grad help my chances more
My religion teacher ironically came from the naval academy I've had him for 3 years as a student and been an officer in the club that he mentors so I think that helps but wanted to know if anyone knew if there was added benefit from that.
I supplied my recommenders a cover sheet and instructed them where to send it. I wanted them to be sent in by the recommenders because the Academy knows that I did not see them and therefore it was more likely to be an honest recommendation. Here is the instructions from USAFA -
You can fax the letters of recommendation to (719) 333-3012, or mail them to USAFA/RRS, 2304 Cadet Dr Ste 2300, USAFA, CO 80840-5025. Please include a coversheet with your full name and SSAN (to ensure the letters get into your file)
I understand that the three letters of recommendation are optional, but, I would HIGHLY suggest you utilize EVERY option you can in submitting your application to USAFA. My daughter, Class of 2017, submitted her LOR when submitting her application and also submitted them to the Director of Admissions at USAFA. She wasn't a direct entry but spent her first year at USAFA Prep.. Did the LOR help? We'll never know, but she'll be graduating this May from USAFA in.
Wow that is awesome to hear! Congratulations on that!I understand that the three letters of recommendation are optional, but, I would HIGHLY suggest you utilize EVERY option you can in submitting your application to USAFA. My daughter, Class of 2017, submitted her LOR when submitting her application and also submitted them to the Director of Admissions at USAFA. She wasn't a direct entry but spent her first year at USAFA Prep.. Did the LOR help? We'll never know, but she'll be graduating this from USAFA in May.