Letters of Recommendation

[mattng]

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I mean most schools say a committee letter will suffice and that's what I plan on doing. Should I be worried about getting more letters when applying?

 

[perutz]

Med schools want to see a diverse package. At most undergrads, the requirements for a committee letter are very basic (3 letters, one of which must be a science prof). So, the burden is really on you to pick your references carefully to illustrate a diverse background. The committee cover letter may touch upon some of your activities but a letter from a research boss or volunteer coordinator can speak more about you and introduce you better.

 

[tardyturtle]

It's usually a good idea to get at least one letter from a science prof and one from a non-science prof. You'll want someone who can evaluate you as a person, and also someone who can evaluate your scientific/critical thinking (lab professors are usually good for this).