The Best Way To Get Letters Of Recommendation?

Applying to College
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<p>Here's my story: I went to a community college for a little while; then I transferred. My major is in psychology. I picked it when I was young, and I'm not too happy about. But, anyway, let me get back to the point. I will be graduating in about three semesters (you know, from a real college, although it's still nothing to brag about [just a small state school.])</p>

<p>Anyway, since I've pretty much all but given up hope on having a career with a psychology degree, I've recently started getting serious about giving law school a go. My only problem is the whole letters of recommendation thing. I've got a high GPA and a fairly decent work load. Keep in mind, my major in psychology, so it is a joke, but not a complete joke I suppose. </p>

<p>Here's my predicament: I don't know any professors at my school. Since I transferred, I missed a lot of time to rub some shoulders and kiss some butt. Should I just go up to some professor, a class I get an A in, and say, "Yo could you hook me up with a letter." I know that's not the way it's done. You've got to be friendly with these dudes, but I don't know how much time I've got to be friendly. Besides, I'm not even that sociable of a guy. </p>

<p>This kind of blows. I know if your LSAT score is high enough and all that no one will, in all probability, care about a few letters. But I should definitely get them for insurance. Also, for law school admissions, what type of class should I try and get a letter in: political science, criminal justice? I'm going to have to take a lot of psych classes to graduate. I'm not sure what the point of a letter of recommendation from a psych professor would do me when I want to go to law school. </p>

<p>When it comes down to it, I guess I'm lost about knowing how to do this. I missed out on the "college experience." I just get good grades, study, and go home. I don't want a letter to hold me back. </p>

<p>Sorry for my life story, if you've stuck with me this long, I just wanted all you readers to understand the sense of awkwardness of my situation.</p>

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<p>You have three semesters left, and you have a high GPA.
Here’s what you do:
In the next semester of classes, participate in class and go to office hours.
If there is any professor that you already have taken a class from, consider taking a second class from that person.
Select one of those professors and ask for a letter of recommendation.
Find the pre-law advising office on your campus and talk to them about outside opportunities for internships or volunteering.</p>

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<p>It’s fine to have the letter come from a psychology professor. Your goal is to demonstrate that you are an engaged student who would contribute in a law school classroom.</p>

<p>Does your current college have a law school? If so, their admissions office can be a good source of advice, too.</p>

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<p>Law schools dont need to know how good you are at law from the reco letters. That is what your LSAT is for and your grades. Those will show your potential to excel etc etc</p>

<p>The reco letters are about you. Who you are, what makes you tick and that you would be a good person to admit. And if the psych professor knows that best about you, then by all means send it in.</p>

<p>I think you will be ok. Dont worry and focus on finishing strong.</p>