Recommendations

Do you need a letter of recommendation? Here is some advice:

• Give your writer at least two-weeks notice, preferably more. Give the faculty member a clear deadline.
• Visit the faculty member in person to explain why you need a letter and how you are a good candidate. Be sure to thank them for the work of writing you a recommendation.
• Provide the faculty member with your resume.
• Provide the faculty member with all necessary forms.
• Often it is a good idea to share your letter/application with the faculty person.
• If the letter is not electronically submitted, be sure to provide a stamped, self-addressed envelope.
• Follow up with a friendly email a day before to remind them of the deadline.
• Keep the faculty person posted if the letter results in success!
• Good luck!