What happens if my teacher misses the college recommendation deadline?

If your teacher misses the deadline, it is not ideal, but it is also not the end of your college dreams. Most colleges build a little wiggle room into their deadlines for documents like teacher recommendations. Politely follow up with your teacher right away, reminding them of the deadline and offering help if they need it. A friendly nudge often does the trick. If the letter is still missing after a few days, contact the college’s admissions office and explain the situation. They deal with late documents all the time and can usually add your recommendation to your file once it arrives. Stay calm, stay kind, and stay organized.