I need 2 natural science recs. I have 2 bio professors which know me above average well, and 2 chem profs who know me about average. I did well in all their classes. My premed advisor says that it’s “preferable” to have natural science recs in different departments. But how important is it really? Should I go for the 2 above average bio profs? Or choose 1 bio and 1 chem?
Also, if it helps, I have already decided on a couple recs in other departments (not natural science).
If possible get them from 2 different depts, but it’s more important to have strong recommendations than to have diversification.
Don’t be shy when time comes, ask prof upfront do you feel you know me well enough to write me a strong rec letter. Consider asking right now. And if the answer right now is less than no, find out what you need to do to change that to a yes. Good luck
my bad, above should read “if the answer right now is no” find out what you need to do to change that to yes."