Securing High-Impact Letters of Recommendation
Admissions committees rely on Letters of Recommendation (LORs) to gauge your work ethic, intellectual curiosity, and teamwork from trusted third-party mentors. Here is how to request and guide strong references.
Best Practices for Recommendation Requests
- Choose Relevant Recommenders: Select professors or managers who have directly supervised your research or high-impact projects.
- Provide a Recommendation Dossier: Share your resume, draft SOP, and project highlights to refresh your recommender's memory.
- Give Ample Notice: Request LORs at least 4 to 6 weeks before application deadlines.