Should I use these letters of recommendation?

[SexyMariGal]

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I have three letters of recommendation so far, but I'm not sure if I should use any of these for the upcoming application cycle. I got A's in all of the professors' classes, and I made regular office hour visits. But I am not close with any of them, so I'm not sure what dental schools expect from these letters.

1. Stellar page long letter from a non-science professor that I also was a teaching assistant for. I've known this professor the longest, since I was chosen to be a teaching assistant for the same class I took.

2. Only a one paragraph long letter basically stating I did well in the rigorous science class and would be prepared for dental school.

3. Unknown letter, since I waived my access to the letter and the professor won't let me see it either, but the professor has written letters for other pre-health students before who have been accepted to professional schools.

The first one is by far the best letter, but it isn't from a science professor. The other two are from upper division science professors, but the second one, I was able to get a copy of and it is only one paragraph long. The third one I'm not allowed to look at at all, so that one is a gamble. I'm grateful that these professors took the time to write these letters for me, but will they be acceptable by the dental schools' standards?

 

[JdogDMD]

Go with what you think is best. I only got to see one of my letters because my professor gave me a copy. I know the others were good though... The letter I saw was a total of 3 sentences. They don't have to be long to make an impact. Hope this helps. Good luck! PS- I got in this cycle, first time applying...

 

[HawkDent16]

They sound good to me, I'd recommend getting them compiled into one committee letter if possible, is that an option for you? Does your school do that?

 

[dantemac]

Yes, aim for a committee letter. Also, perhaps try to find one more. You never know, a certain writer could surprise you if you ask them.

 

[Kentuckylover]

USE 1 AND 3.

Good Luck!

 

[2012IHOPE]

I'm actually a little jealous you got to see your letters! I have no clue what was said in the 3 that were sent on my behalf, but they must have been ok, because I've had 3 interviews so far.