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FAQ: Letters of Recommendation
I do write letters of recommendation (LOR) for highly qualified students. This page tells you what I need. I do not write a “blanket” (general, non-specific) letter of recommendation. I write for the specific school (or centralized service), program and current application term. You need to give me 4-6 weeks’ notice, especially in high-volume periods.
BASICS
Remind me who you are – especially if you’re not a student in my current term. At least I need which school and what class you were in. If you have the CRN or Ticket Number, give that to me too – that’ll help!
DETAILS
EXTRAS
While the following are optional, the more you give me the better. I do read what you give me to craft the LOR. Past students have provided me with their:
Let’s use my GMX account from now on: [email protected]
BASICS
Remind me who you are – especially if you’re not a student in my current term. At least I need which school and what class you were in. If you have the CRN or Ticket Number, give that to me too – that’ll help!
DETAILS
- What program is it for? What program(s) are you applying for and where at?
- What are the deadlines? Is it a paper or electronic submission? Do they use a centralized application service, like PharmCAS or PTCAS?
EXTRAS
While the following are optional, the more you give me the better. I do read what you give me to craft the LOR. Past students have provided me with their:
- Resume
- Transcript(s)
- Personal Statement
Let’s use my GMX account from now on: [email protected]