It's mandatory that you request your LOR formally through Scoir.
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Some schools, scholarships, or programs require a letter of recommendation (LOR) and some do not. Be sure to confirm what your needs are!
How to request a LOR:
- Pro Tip: Go the extra mile and speak to your recommenders about your request.
- Complete a Letter of Rec Brag Sheet - required.
- There is a separate form for teachers and for counselors
- These surveys are found in Scoir on your HOME dashboard.
- Make a formal request in Scoir - required.
- The request must be one-month prior to the deadline you need the LOR
- You must include the link to your LOR Form in the formal request.
- Assign which teacher recommendation goes to which school.
- Do this in Scoir under the COLLEGES tab.
- Click on each college to view recommendations requirements and to rank your recs.
Teacher vs. Counselor LOR:
- Teachers write from the vantage point of the classroom, providing a view of your intellectual curiosity, creative thought, thoughts, and work habits as a learner.
- Counselors show how you contribute to your school community, providing details on academic achievements, interests, goals, and any special circumstances that impact(ed) you.
- Your College Counselor will be writing your Counselor recommendation.