Regarding MBA Recommendations

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Hello there,

Question: During last year’s application cycle, my recommenders submitted recommendation letters for schools. However, due to personal reasons, I was unable to complete the application process. As I am now preparing for Round 1 this year, I would like to know if those previously submitted recommendations are saved in the school’s system, or if I need to find new recommenders. Can I have my recommenders submit the letters again in the current application cycle?

Thank you.

admitStreet · Answer

Hi shyoo86 , For most schools, recommendation letters submitted in the previous application cycle are not automatically saved or carried over to the current cycle. Each application cycle is typically treated as a separate process, and your recommenders would have to submit again for the current cycle. Having said that, specific policies may vary among schools, and some schools may allow you to reuse recommendation letters submitted within a certain timeframe. Hence it's best to check the FAQs and/ or write an email to the schools that you applied to, to confirm their policies regarding this topic. I suggest, even if the schools allow you to reuse recommendation letters, please obtain updated letters from your recommenders (or new recommenders) that reflect your recent achievements, growth, and goals, which may have changed during the past year. For example, they could even include points such as why you are applying again in this cycle and why your profile is stronger now (from their point of view). All the best! Regards, Arvind HEC Paris MBA alum, Admissions interviewer W: https://admitstreet.com | E: consultingteam@admitstreet.com | M: +(91)-974-126-3950

MBAGuide · Answer

shyoo86 To present your candidacy in a compelling manner, I would highly recommend obtaining updated Letters of Recommendation, even if you have the same recommenders as the last time. This will ensure that any notable achievements or advancements since the previous recommendations were submitted are appropriately highlighted. If you are crafting your LORs again hope these can help 1. The Secret Sauce For Outstanding Letters of Recommendations 2. How To Select Your Recommenders Feel free to connect Aanchal Sahni (INSEAD alum, ex admissions interviewer) MBAGuideConsulting LinkedIn |WEBSITE: https://mbaguideconsulting.com/ | Message: +91 9971200927| email- mbaguideconsulting@gmail.com

PyjamaScientist · Answer

Hi,

I have two things to add here:
1. You can reach out to admissions team explaining your issue and hope that things your way. However, the chances of that being allowed is low as applications are not carried over and it's always a fresh application process every year.
2. Even if the school agrees to your demand, I will still recommend you submit a recent LOR highlighting your development.

Best of luck for your application.

ExpertsGlobal · Answer

Hi  shyoo86 ,

Thanks for writing in.

To be on the safe side, you must definitely submit updated recommendations that also cover your achievements from the last year or so. So, you needn't find new recommenders but you must provide updated recommendations.

All the best!

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