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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Good stats are necessary but not sufficient for admission. DC is Columbia-bound with As and A-s with 1560 SATs from a Big 3. Just one AP at the start of senior year.  Accepted at Brown and Berkeley too. Unhooked, [b]just embarrassingly strong recs from teachers and college counselor.  [/b] [/quote]

How do you know this?  At DC's school, the recs were sent directly to the colleges and DC not allowed to see them.[/quote]

It is generally considered a good idea to check the box where you waive your right to see the recommendations, but:

[b]You should ask the teachers before they write the recommendation what they will say.  If you don't like the answer and don't think it accurately describes you, get someone else.[/b]  Some teachers like some kids more than others.  Most want their kids to succeed.

Of course this does not help with the GC, but you can ask them also, and it is entirely legitimate to discuss. Do not be shy![/quote]

Most kids that age can't spot damning with faint praise.
Pretty sure most teachers are pretty good at this.[/quote]

Yes, and that is why it should be discussed and not assumed.[/quote]

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