How important are science LOR?

[TehTeddy]

Hey guys,

I recently had a discussion with pre-health advising regarding LORs. So far I have a committee letter, lab PI letter, and one non-science faculty.
Technically this fulfills the requirement for almost all schools, but I was told that not having any science letters would look bad. The issue is that my science classes were all huge, and the professors barely knew who I was, even though I did well. It's often said here that if someone can't write a strong letter, don't include it. I'm worried that any science letter at this point would be just ok. Should I go ahead asking anyway? Getting conflicted information.

Edit: Woops, realized I should have posted in the main LOR thread. If someone can merge this one it would be appreciated.

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[Blueprint Med School]

Does this fulfill the requirement at most schools? Most schools that I've seen require 2 science/1 non-science LOR. If you're sure the schools you're applying to don't require 2 science LORs then it shouldn't be a problem. While it might be seen negatively, it probably won't be enough to sink your application anywhere, especially if your current LORs are strong.

Kevin W, MCAT Tutor
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[TehTeddy]

Its a non-issue. OP is using a Committee letter; all additional letters are extra. Indeed those apparent individual letters should be part of the committee letter and not extra reading for the adcom.

Ok that's good - I was told that the committee letter is a more of a coverletter for the others, and that adcoms want to see science letters.
I don't want to look suspicious by omitting them, but I don't want to submit lukewarm letters either.