Is it possible to see the letters of recommendation once my teachers have submitted them on the Common App, or are they confidential? Just curious about what they wrote, or at least how to confirm they've been submitted correctly. It's a bit nerve-wracking not knowing!
I can certainly understand the anxiety that comes from not being able to see the content of your letters of recommendation. However, once your teachers submit their letters on the Common App, they are indeed confidential—you won't be able to view them, at least assuming you've waived your right to do so, which is something you should do to so that colleges know your recommenders are being honest.
To confirm their submission, however, you can check the status of recommendations in the 'Recommenders and FERPA' section of the Common App, which will show if they've been completed and submitted properly. If you see that they're not submitted, you may want to gently remind your teachers about the deadlines. You can also contact your colleges' admissions offices to directly to check if they've received all of your materials.
Rest assured, the process is designed to keep things both secure and straightforward for everyone involved!
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