Submitting the Common Application (CommonApp) without completed recommendation letters is a strategic decision that depends on the specific school's requirements. If a school mandates recommendations for admission consideration, it is advisable to wait until they are submitted to avoid potential denial, despite strong academic credentials. However, if the submission deadline is imminent, it is acceptable to submit the application as the school will review it once the recommendations are received. Personal experiences, such as submitting to Purdue on August 1st while recommendations were completed later, indicate that this approach can be successful.
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