LOR question

[Gust]

I ran into a PI I worked with and he began inquiring about my plans. I told him that I would be applying soon and he replied, very enthusiastically, "Let me know if you want me to submit a LOR for you!"

I feel that my contribution to his lab wasn't significant (although I performed my own experiments), but that's why I'm a bit hesitant to get a LOR from him. But the guy seems to like me a lot!

What would you do in this situation? Already I have all the LORs(5) I think I would need, do you think I should cap it off with this guys LOR?

Share some food for thought...thanks.

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[sinombre]

Well, you can always get the LOR and decide whether or not to submit it to schools later. Having an extra research letter can't hurt for researchy (i.e. top) schools.

 

[phunky]

If he wants to write for you, you should definitely have him do it. Not every rec needs to describe you as the second coming of Christ. A rec that's just "good" will not hurt you at all. Most recs don't make a difference.

 

[MedPR]

I ran into a PI I worked with and he began inquiring about my plans. I told him that I would be applying soon and he replied, very enthusiastically, "Let me know if you want me to submit a LOR for you!"

I feel that my contribution to his lab wasn't significant (although I performed my own experiments), but that's why I'm a bit hesitant to get a LOR from him. But the guy seems to like me a lot!

What would you do in this situation? Already I have all the LORs(5) I think I would need, do you think I should cap it off with this guys LOR?

Share some food for thought...thanks.

He volunteered to write for you. Take it. He must think you're valuable even if you don't.

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[Gust]

ok sounds good. thanks everyone