Letter of recommendation
A letter from a teacher or counselor supporting a student's college application. UK: reference.
- Used in
- United States
- Topic
- Higher education
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Related terms
- Reference (UCAS) All four UK nations (details may differ)
- The written statement from a teacher or adviser included in a UCAS application.
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