1 LOR short

[Seasquirt33]

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Okay so I'm looking to apply to dental school this cycle and I'm currently freaking out a little because I can't seem to get my last science LOR. I have all the other pre-reqs and it would absolutely suck if I couldn't apply because of one letter. Currently, I have 1 science letter, 1 humanities letter, and one letter form a dentist. I really need one more science letter that I was hoping to get from my organic chem professor because I got a B first semester and then improved to an A average by this point in the semester ( there's only one more test left to take in his class). However, I emailed him about it on sunday (5 days ago) and still haven't heard anything. I'm not sure if that means no since all of my other recommenders responded within 1-2 days. Anyways, any advice on how to get this last LOR?

Other science professors would just be a, hey I got an A in your class, can you write an lor? since I didn't really got to their office hours or ask questions in their classes, I just asked the TAs for help because the professors felt inaccessible to me. But if it comes down to my orgo prof not writing for me should I go with that option?

 

[Mr.Smile12]

Find out why you aren't getting a response. Also find out if the dental schools you are applying to require 2 science LOR's for sure.

 

[doc toothache]

Lack of response in 5 days might suggest he may not have you as a TOP priority on his list.

 

[DAT Destroyer]

Okay so I'm looking to apply to dental school this cycle and I'm currently freaking out a little because I can't seem to get my last science LOR. I have all the other pre-reqs and it would absolutely suck if I couldn't apply because of one letter. Currently, I have 1 science letter, 1 humanities letter, and one letter form a dentist. I really need one more science letter that I was hoping to get from my organic chem professor because I got a B first semester and then improved to an A average by this point in the semester ( there's only one more test left to take in his class). However, I emailed him about it on sunday (5 days ago) and still haven't heard anything. I'm not sure if that means no since all of my other recommenders responded within 1-2 days. Anyways, any advice on how to get this last LOR?

Other science professors would just be a, hey I got an A in your class, can you write an lor? since I didn't really got to their office hours or ask questions in their classes, I just asked the TAs for help because the professors felt inaccessible to me. But if it comes down to my orgo prof not writing for me should I go with that option?

I would email again, Professors are really busy especially this time of year, it could have been overlooked. IMO, I would want to make sure it was received and at least a yes or no it they will give you a LOR, no need wasting time and worry if they are not willing. Do you have any more possibilities?

Nancy

 

[PurpleSails]

My professor didn't respond for over a week. Just shoot them a polite reminder/request

 

[Seasquirt33]

My professor didn't respond for over a week. Just shoot them a polite reminder/request

I just did today, I figure if he doesn’t answer in the next couple days I’ll schedule a meeting and see what’s up. It’s just throwing me off because whenever I’ve emailed him in the past about class stuff I’ve gotten a response with two days.