But I still believe it anyway. And I indirectly said it by supporting others who did.
But I do, even though I didn’t see your email. You need to specify that you are trying to meet “recommendation” as well and not just “requirement.” The former will make you a competitive applicant, while the latter will merely let your file not discard too easily.
That’s how it is done often. But if that is how it is ALWAYS done, then we don’t need this forum. General and unconfirmed information is often useful as either primary research or guidance where a definite answer cannot be obtained from the colleges.