Credentials and Letters of Recommendation

Most employers and academic institutions request two to three letters of recommendation. In early fall, contact three individuals to ask if they would be willing to write recommendations for you. Possible recommenders are professors, past and current employers, advisors, and coaches. Many individuals who write recommendations request a resume to help them review your activities and experiences.

The best letters will come from people who know you well and can provide detailed comments about your academic, professional, or extra-curricular work.

Consider setting up a credentials file with Interfolio.com if you will be using the letters to apply for jobs or academic programs a year or more after you graduate.