Instructions for Requesting Recommendation Letters
- Schedule a time to visit with each of your referees about your goals, why you want to go to professional school, etc. If they agree to write you a positive reference letter, provide them with a signed copy of the .
- Give your letter writers at least two weeks to submit their recommendations. Be certain they understand that it needs to be signed and on letterhead, and that all letters and forms must be emailed to Dr. Kate Weskamp (kweskamp [at] nebrwesleyan.edu (kweskamp[at]nebrwesleyan[dot]edu)) by the appropriate deadline. It is a good idea to send your referees a thank you note to let them know how much you appreciate their support. This might also serve as a reminder if they have not submitted their letter in the two-week time frame you provided.
- The most useful letters of recommendation come from people who know you well, as they know your work and work habits. They have observed you interacting with others and can comment on your priorities and personality. Do NOT ask a family member, family friend, or employer outside of the field of medicine without asking Dr. Weskamp first.
The ¶¶ÒõÊÓƵ pre-health committee strongly suggests you select people in these categories:- one professor in your major field (natural sciences or psychology);
- one professor in another science field;
- one professor in a non-science field;
- a supervisor or employer, if medically-related; or anyone who has been connected with your on-campus responsibilities. Ideas: include an administrator, faculty advisor/organization sponsor, summer employer, etc.
- AMCAS application instructions for letters of recommendation:
In the Letters of Eval/Recommendations section, select LETTER PACKET. Title your letter Collated Committee Letter and list Dr. Kate Weskamp as the primary contact. List all of those writing letters of recommendation for you as additional authors.