If you’re dreading the college recommendation letter process, I totally feel you! I was stressed about how to ask my professor for a letter that wouldn’t just be generic. Here’s what worked for me:
- Build a relationship: I started visiting during office hours and engaged in discussions about our class topics. It made a difference!
- Provide context: I sent my professor my resume and a brief statement about my goals and why I was applying. This helped them personalize the letter.
- Be polite and specific: I asked them if they felt comfortable writing a strong recommendation for me, which really opened a dialogue.
These simple steps might help you too!