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writes: Do colleges look at not only grades, but teachers comments too? I'm just wondering, like if you had a good grade (say a 90) but they didn't put a good comment or something..like doesn't participate or bad behavior.. Reply to this Question
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reader, shapoopsy  +, writes (9 September 2010):
 I'm certain the admissions department of any college do not view comments on specific papers. You would be one of many applicants and their concern is your finances, test scores, GPA, and activities. Worried about a teacher's comment? Try and learn from it, but it will not hurt your admission into a college. ~Shapoopsy
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reader, daletom +, writes (9 September 2010):
In general, grades and test scores don't mean as much as they did a decade or two ago. There is more emphasis on activities and accomplishments - both inside school (clubs and athletics), and in the larger community (church, Scouts, volunteer service). Admissions officers look for answers to the question, "What is this person doing with his/her life?".
Most college applications will ask you to compose some brief comments in your own words. It might actually be called an "Essay", or they may ask you to explain why you want to attend college, or what your life goals are. These are opportunities to show off your unique personality, and perhaps counteract some negative information.
Make an appointment with your High School counselor, and ask to see a copy of the official transcript that will be sent to the colleges you apply for. Then you will have a better idea of what issues you need to address.
Many schools will ask for "Letters of Recommendation", and my require them from teachers. Be careful who you ask to write these! You may want to have a conversation with these people before you actually make the request - remember, you are asking them to do you a favor so be careful how you go about asking.
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