Choose Recommenders Wisely

Most Academy applications ask for 3 required recommenders (math, english, and science/other) and 2 optional recommenders.

The rule of thumb for letters of recommendation is this: identify recommenders based on relationship, not just position.

Most applicants don’t put much thought into recommendation letters. “Oh, the Academy wants a math teacher. Okay, I will ask my teacher.” But if you have a choice between two math teachers, who should you choose?

Even more, many applicants don’t use the optional recommenders strategically, or they think a General who doesn’t even know them will be a good recommendation.

Choose recommenders based on relationship, not just position. You need to trust that these 3-5 letters will bolster your chances significantly.

Do not underestimate the power of the recommendation letters. They help give Admissions a 360 degree view of who you are. After all, outside of the liasion officer interview, who else can Admissions hear from that actually knows you well? Insert the recommendation letters.

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