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I'm just starting out in my undergraduate education, and I'm wondering. When is it a good time to ask for letters of recommendation. should I ask any professor I get to know for a letter?
tim_lou said:sorry for going off topic... but I don't want to start another similar thread.
So, I'm applying for physics related REU programs and most of them require two letter of recommendations. I don't know many professors beside my calc teacher. Should I go bold and ask my professors for recommendations? what should I do if I want multiple letters for multiple applications? do you think my professor will get annoyed? I'm a rather shy individual and I never really talk to my professor (besides occasionally, when I have a question)...
mathlete said:Find out if your university has any kind of reference service (usually in the career planning department). Then the professor can give the recommendation there and you can send as many as you like to institutions/universities/etc.
tim_lou said:what should I do if I want multiple letters for multiple applications?QUOTE]
Usually writing the first letter is hard, but altering it is pretty easy... so I PERSONALLY wouldn't mind writing up to say :uhh: FIVE letters for a student per term IF I knew them (but you should ask the faculty member how many they WOULD be willing to write, since writing something like TWENTY would be insanity ).
A letter of recommendation is a document written by someone who knows you professionally, such as a mentor, teacher, or supervisor, that highlights your strengths, skills, and accomplishments. It is typically used to support your application for a job, scholarship, or academic program.
You should ask someone who knows you well and can speak to your abilities and character. This could be a professor, supervisor, or mentor. It's important to choose someone who can provide specific examples and insights about your qualifications.
This can vary depending on the specific requirements of the application. Generally, 2-3 letters of recommendation are sufficient. However, make sure to check the application guidelines to see if there is a specific number or if they require letters from particular individuals.
A letter of recommendation should include an introduction of the writer and their relationship to you, a description of how they know you, specific examples of your skills and achievements, and their overall endorsement of your qualifications. It should also be written in a professional and positive tone.
When asking someone for a letter of recommendation, it's important to be polite and provide them with all the necessary information, such as the deadline and the purpose of the letter. It's also a good idea to give them enough time to write the letter, at least 2-3 weeks. Make sure to thank them for their time and willingness to write the letter for you.