<p>Am I allowed to attach recommendations from people other than my teachers/counselors? I want to get a recommendation from a Microsoft employee and a CFO. Will this help tremendously?</p>
<p>It depends on how strong the recommendation is, if they know you really well and writes a really great rec. You have to realize that it’s not always the prestige and fame that gets you in, it’s the thought and passion behind the letters. You can attach it, I think, because that will count as a supplement to your app.</p>