Asking too much of couselor

MommaJ
Sun, 13 Feb 2011 15:26:57 +0000

You may be able to make the process easier by suggesting that your counselor complete one form containing all the conceivable information about you. He can then attach a copy of it to each individual form, which he can then just sign and mark “See attachment”. I think this would be acceptable to any organization. Alternatively, you can complete the forms yourself and just have him sign them. This is no big deal, really. It would be burdensome if he had to write separate recommendation letters specific to the nature of each scholarship (e.g., “What horticultural activities make Susie a perfect candidate for the Snerd County Gladiola Society Award?” ), but that’s not the case here.

As for your college applications, your counselor did not do you any “huge favor” by filling out paperwork and writing one letter. It’s his job, for heaven’s sake. I hope he didn’t act as if it were some huge ordeal.