Asking for LORs the 2nd time
Asking for LORs the 2nd time
What should someone do who has stellar letters, but didn't get in using them. I could find new people to write letters. Should I send the previous people an update letting them I didn't get in? When they gave me the letter in the first place, I told them, "I'll keep you posted" Whats the best way to do this? Does it even matter if I'll be applying to different programs?
Re: Asking for LORs the 2nd time
Yes, I would definitely tell them how it turned out - you said you would, and that's having integrity.
Send the an upbeat email indicating that you are not going to let a little thing like not getting in stop you from applying again. Then briefly ask them if they are still willing to support you. You should get a feeling from how they reply as to how enthusiastic they are about you and your quest. How sure are you that your letters were strong? If they offer to write a new letter, let them, since it will likely be MORE enthusiastic than the first.
Let us know how this one turns out!
Paul
Send the an upbeat email indicating that you are not going to let a little thing like not getting in stop you from applying again. Then briefly ask them if they are still willing to support you. You should get a feeling from how they reply as to how enthusiastic they are about you and your quest. How sure are you that your letters were strong? If they offer to write a new letter, let them, since it will likely be MORE enthusiastic than the first.
Let us know how this one turns out!
Paul