A letter of recommendation from a professor or other person in charge can back up your credibility and give your application as a whole more weight. If you follow these simple rules when choosing a recommender, you’ll be able to send great letters of recommendation that will wow the admissions committee. Gaining admission to your top school is much easier with strong recommendations. Even if your grades aren't great, consultants think that a well-written application could sway the decision of the admissions committee.