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I thought it might be a little too early since I will not submit application until October. My thought now is to wait till September and send a second email explaining that I understood he was busy in the summer etc. I'm worried that follow-up with another email immediately and further asking for a reference may seem too "desperate".– Daniel LiCommented Aug 13, 2019 at 17:48
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It is never too early to ask about a reference. At worst he will ask you to remind him again when it gets closer. I don't see anything "desperate" about any of this, nor do I think it would be a problem if there were. On the other hand, waiting till September gives him only about a month of time for the letter, which is almost too little and may be an inconvenience for him. By asking now, you give him the option to work on the letter during the summer, when he may be less busy than during the term.– Nate EldredgeCommented Aug 13, 2019 at 17:50
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Thank you, Professor Eldredge. That makes sense. Do you have any suggestions if the email is ignored the second time around?– Daniel LiCommented Aug 13, 2019 at 17:55
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@DanielLi: Wait a week and send another one. Then try to call on the phone or visit him in person.– Nate EldredgeCommented Aug 13, 2019 at 17:56
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Ok. Sounds great. It has been less than a week since my last email so I will wait just a few days. I'm just too susceptible to anxiety. Thank you so much!– Daniel LiCommented Aug 13, 2019 at 17:59
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