Provide final list to recommenders

Overview

Once your college list is finalized, share it with each recommender. This helps teachers understand which schools you're applying to and tailor their recommendations. Include context about each school and any school-specific notes.

Why Share College List with Recommenders?

Benefits:

• Teachers can mention school-specific fit in letters
• Helps teachers understand your goals and aspirations
• Ensures recommendations align with your narrative
• Teachers may notice if you're applying to overlapping types of schools

Example: If you're applying to engineering-focused colleges, teachers can speak to your analytical thinking and STEM engagement.

What to Include in Your Sharing Email

Create email template in Solyo Dashboard and send to each recommender:

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Subject: College List - [Your Name]

Dear [Teacher Name],

Thank you so much for agreeing to write a recommendation letter for me. I wanted to share my college list so you have context for your letter.

My college list (in priority order):

| School | Application Type | Deadline | Major/Focus | |--------|---|---|---| | [ED School] | Early Decision | Nov 1 | [Major] | | [EA School 1] | Early Action | Nov 1 | [Major] | | [Target 1] | Regular Decision | Jan 15 | [Major] |

About me: [1-2 sentences about your academic interests, intended major, career goals]

Schools that specifically need your recommendation:

• [ED school]: Yes, required
• [Other schools]: Yes, required for most

Thank you again for your support!

Best regards, [Your Name]

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Information to Provide About Each School

For each recommender, prepare brief descriptions highlighting:

• Why you're applying (genuine reason, not rankings)
• How it fits your goals (connection to major, career path)
• Unique strength of the school
• Which of teacher's classes/strengths relate

College List Sharing Timeline

| When | Action | |------|--------| | Sept 20 | Finalize college list in Solyo | | Sept 21-23 | Share with first recommender | | Sept 24-25 | Share with second recommender | | Sept 26-27 | Share with third recommender | | Sept 28-30 | Confirm all have received |

Key Deadlines

• September 23: Share college list with recommenders (latest)
• September 30: Confirm all teachers have received and understood

Pro Tips

1. Personalize the sharing: Don't just send generic list; explain your thinking for each school type
2. Simplify for teacher: Organize by deadline (ED/EA group, then RD group)
3. Follow up naturally: A week later, ask "Do you have any questions about my college list?"