Luneth Posted September 21, 2016 Share Posted September 21, 2016 Hello, I am new here. I am planning to apply for a master degree in 2017. Now I am trying to get some recommendation letters. The thing is, the former head of my programme is currently living abroad. He was among ones who knew me. I took a few subjects he taught, he was there in my thesis defence, I did visit him outside classes, etc, AND one year ago, I already told him I have a plan to continue my study in the future and asked whether he'd write me a recommendation letter or not when the time comes and he already said yes. A few days ago I sent him an email asking for LoR and I attached my transcript to remind him of me. He still hasn't replied. Is it worth pursuing? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TakeruK Posted September 21, 2016 Share Posted September 21, 2016 Yes, a few days is not a long time to wait for a response. Even if someone is abroad, they should still be able to write a letter if they wanted to (and they did say they want to). Just wait until a week has passed and send a reminder email if you have not heard anything. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luneth Posted September 21, 2016 Author Share Posted September 21, 2016 1 hour ago, TakeruK said: Yes, a few days is not a long time to wait for a response. Even if someone is abroad, they should still be able to write a letter if they wanted to (and they did say they want to). Just wait until a week has passed and send a reminder email if you have not heard anything. The thing is, he forgets things easily. I mean, I am sure he still remembers me, but he most likely forgets he said yes to writing a LoR one year ago. With him being busy, taking a long time to reply, etc, I am afraid coordinating will be difficult. I need the letter signed and stamped, like.. do I ask him to post it internationally too? It's almost a week since I emailed him. Should I follow up if he still hasn't reply by the end of this week? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TakeruK Posted September 22, 2016 Share Posted September 22, 2016 Oh, it's strange that you need a physical letter submitted! Usually they are all electronic. I still think it's worth following up with him via email 2 or 3 more times before giving up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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