Pursuing Psychology MSc at UoR
Hi everyone! I just got a conditional offer from the University of Reading for one of their MSc programs, but it’s dependent on them receiving a reference letter. I’m trying to figure out if this means my referee might not have submitted the letter during the application process, or if the university is looking for an extra reference. Should I reach out to my previous referee to ask them to resend the letter, or should I consider finding an additional referee? Any advice would be appreciated!
Congratulations on your conditional offer! It’s great to hear about your progress in the application process. Typically, when a university requests a reference letter as a condition of the offer, it indicates that they either did not receive the original letter from your referee or that they require an additional reference.
To clarify the situation, I recommend that you first check your application status on the university’s portal or contact their admissions office directly. They can provide specific information on whether your initial referee’s letter was received or if they are looking for an extra reference.
If you find that the original letter was not received, it would be a good idea to follow up with your previous referee to resend the letter. If they are unable to do so or if the university is requesting a different referee, then you can start looking for an additional reference. Good luck, and I hope everything works out smoothly!