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When's the right time to ask for a LOR? Don’t wanna seem too eager or leave it last min.

eight-hour-pantry35
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Ideally, ask about 2-3 months before you need them. Give them a heads up early, then remind later!

disapproving-spacesu
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Ask towards the end of your rotation while your work is still fresh in the mind of the recommender.

concealed-limitation
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