@SJ2727 I was floored when the rep said the GC rec was the most important recommendation. My kid goes to a large public high school where each counselor has 750-800 students. He is on his fourth GC in four years. After the presentation, my son spoke with one of the other NYU reps. He explained his situation and they told him “we won’t hold it against you.” My son left the event thinking NYU is only interested in private school kids. I’m encouraged by your experience.