How do I go about getting letters of recommendation, if I am not planning on going to graduate school immediately?
Ask your professors to write letters for you before you graduate. Tell them you will be attending grad school at a future date and will send them the addresses later. The professors will keep the letters on file for you until you apply. Many professors will give you a copy of the letter even though you waive the right to see it. To help the professor tailor a recommendation for you, give him or her your resume or a list of highlighted activities and skills that you would like mentioned in the letter. When you contact the professor at a later date when you are applying to grad school, it is helpful to send them an update of what you have been doing. An updated resume would be helpful. Also, remember to send your professor a thank you note!
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