too early to ask for letters?

[candycrava]

Is asking for someone to write a letter of rec 3 months before a deadline too early? Or is it ok?

[amlobo]

I have already asked all of my LOR writers just so I felt secure that I had them committed. I think 3 months is a good amount of time because you may encounter someone who is unresponsive, or someone you had counted on may decline, leaving you to find another person to fill that spot. Also, some professors have a lot of letters to write and a busy course load, so they might appreciate the advanced notice so they can plan their schedule for the semester and allot enough time to handle your letters. Just be sure to provide them with information on the deadlines, so they can plan accordingly.

[ILuvPsych2013]

I second what amlobo said. Most profs seem to appreciate it when students don't leave it until the last minute.

[3point14]

It's definitely not too early. As stated above, professors like to know well ahead of time, so they can work writing letters into their already busy schedules. Plus, if for some reason someone declines to write you a letter, you have time to ask someone else.