I've noticed it's more international students who write their own recommendations. I've seen a few people in applyingtograd say their professors asked them to write their own recs, but I'd just feel weird about it. I mean, it kind of goes against the idea of you being reviewed by professors/people you've worked with and turns into another personal statement. If I could write my own recommendation, it would sound like I came from grad applicant heaven! Hahah.
"This student is the best student I have ever had. She embodies every trait an academic and future professional should have, and you'd be stupid not to let her in your program. STUPID. Sincerely yours, Professor X."
meridionale got a reaction from seazon in Ithaca, NY
meridionale got a reaction from Hillary Emick in Writing your own LORs