If not, a tactful reminder to the recommender can be quite helpful. Make contingency plans. If an evaluator cannot fulfill your request in a timely manner you will need to substitute another evaluator. The second most consistent problem for applicants is waiting until the last minute to complete the task of sending the recommendations. Do this early.
People like to know that their time and effort is appreciated.
Pre-addressed envelopes are available for this purpose at the Center. You may call the Center or come in to the office to find out which recommendations have arrived and which are still pending. You may also meet with an advisor to review your file once it is complete. If you have systematically checked, you will know when the appropriate recommendations are in your file. You may also send requests by letter or by Fax.