LOR

Mostly universities ask for 2 or 3 Letters of Recommendation. It depend on college to college. You should check the official website nicely before applying. Always keep one extra copy safe with you because sometimes one recommender might get busy or delay it.

Yes, if you are working somewhere, your manager or team leader can write Professional LOR. Foreign universities like to see your work experience behavior. But if you are fresh student without job, then college professors are best option for your Masters application.

No, don't take from just any teacher. You must ask professor who teach you main subjects and knows your academic performance. If teacher don't know you personally, he cannot write good details about your student skills. Always choose someone who gave you good marks.

As their names suggest, an academic LOR is used for vouching for the academic prowess of the candidate. It is mainly written by a subject teacher or a professor who can throw a light on your academic capabilities. While a professional LOR is used to highlight your professional skills. Immediate supervisors, managers, and employers usually write this letter to mention about candidate's performance and growth in a professional setting, showcasing his/her alignment in the intended program.

The requirement of a letter head depends on the format in which professional LOR is required. Most MBA programs provide a form with questions for a recommender about candidate's abilities. In such cases, recommender will receive a direct link from the university to fill the responses. However, when universities require a formal letter of recommendation, the letter should be printed on the official letterhead of the company.

Although a positive LOR is essential, noting areas for improvement can also provide more legitimacy to the letter. An employer may bring up a certain ability or subject where you first struggled but eventually made progress via work and education. For instance, if you struggled with public speaking at first but overcame your fears by taking classes and practicing, this demonstrates your dedication to self-improvement and your capacity for overcoming obstacles. This well-rounded method offers a more complete picture of your character and career path.