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melissa13182

How does this email sound to my professor?

I’m looking for an extension for a summer class grade. Honestly, all at once a close family friend died, my computer went caput (it’s an online class), and my work started needing an extra day of work. I’m not going to push that many “excuses” on a teacher because it’s too much information.

The teacher gave me a C which I seriously am fine with considering all of the circumstances. I, however, believe in trying for more. If I’m unsuccessful, at least I know I tried my best. Without sending a letter I know I didn’t try my best and I’ll always wonder what my odds were regarding getting a better grade and GPA.

Here’s the letter:

Dear Professor R___,

I’m sending this email in hope that I can complete the chapters I have missed. I’ve quit my overwhelming job and am back to relying solely on student loans. I know this is too little too late on my part and if my grade is absolutely FINAL I completely understand and accept this. I still haven’t had my computer taken care of but I intend to spend every day this week in the library and computer lab at M___ College catching up in all of my classes. I appreciate the help you’ve given me through this class.

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Bethie123

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You sound very sincere. Maybe your professor will give you a break. I agree with the last person don’t use capital letters for the word, “final”. I wish you luck.
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Anonymous
You need to sue the professor, the school, your state government, Big Tobacco, and an asbestos company OR a cellular phone provider because OBVIOUSLY your professor didn’t take YOUR circumstances into proper consideration.

SERIOUSLY:

Your letter to the professor says NOTHING about the death, the bad computer, the work overload, etc. Lay these things out. Tell the professor that your external problems inhibited your ability to properly prepare for the course, and that an extension of time will enable you to study the material and get the grade you are capable of.

If you have had any interaction with the professor, s/he probably knows this and will give the extension.

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dkrgrand
Your situation and explanation sound sincere. My only suggestion would be to talk to your professor in person rather than sending the email if that is at all possible. If the geographical distance is too far then send the email.
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4 years ago
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The letter sounds good, yet i might recommend you on 2 sides. One, in case you are able to pass in man or woman, it particularly is maximum suitable. Face-to-face is the main suitable thank you to place across your sincerity. 2d, in case you are able to, write an genuinely letter and mail it or grant it to the professor. An digital mail is the main impersonal style of verbal substitute (between face-to-face, telephone, postal mail, digital mail). you need to be extra advantageous off to call as against an digital mail, yet once you are able to desire to deliver an digital mail, i think of your assertion seems very professional and likewise alright-thought-out. good success! P.S. – Delete the portion of “based completely on pupil loans.” which would be inferred via quitting a job and that somewhat would not pertain to the professor’s determination.
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Chelsea P
Sounds sincere. I’d avoid putting “final” in all caps.

Good for you for making the effort!

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