LOR

An MS in CS LOR should discuss the various projects and internships taken up by the candidate in the field of computers. Basically, his suitability to pursue an MS in CS should be highlighted by stating if he has knowledge and skills in various domains such as programming, website development, coding, Artificial Intelligence, and others.

In an LOR for MS Engineering, the suitability of the candidate for the intended programme should be highlighted. This can be done by discussing qualities such as academic prowess, innovation, good analytical skills and critical thinking, the ability to research, an eye for detail, technical skills, and such like.

Yes, one can use the same LOR for multiple universities but one should personalize each LORs to reflect the target program's strengths and values.

Only your LORs need to be attested by your college or company. An SOP need not be attested/ self-attested until and unless specified by the university. If you take a LOR from your Professor/ Principal/ Dean, then it needs to be signed by the recommender along with the college/ school stamp and letterhead. Similarly, professional LORs need to be signed by their respective recommenders on the company's letterhead and company stamp.

Applicants applying for admissions abroad and requiring an LOR can request them from their school or college principal, teachers or counsellors (unless specifically mentioned). Those applying for an MBA and hold some work experience can request LORs from their previous employers, managers and people in senior positions. 

An LOR forms an important part of the admission application. LOR are beneficial and can do lots for an applicant in terms of:

• Validate their achievements
• Help admission committee understand about the applicant's strenghts and personality type
• How they can be beneficial for fostering community growth at university of admission
• If the applicant has potential to take up the course abroad and do justice to it
• Also, how their achievements have shaped them as an individual based on their academics and activities at school/college

A letter of recommendation (LOR) or LOR certificate serves the same purpose, that is, to help assessors understand the applicant's skills, character, strengths and abilities. An LOR certificate helps in getting admissions abroad, jobs, research projects and also scholarships. Thus, it is essential that applicants choose only those recommenders who know them well and those who are aptly put across the best possible picture of the applicant through their words.