Cold (Inquiry) Email (Updated 2026) with Rubin Sagar

Goal: To politely and effectively inquire if a professor is accepting new graduate students (PhD or master's) under their supervision, demonstrate your genuine interest and suitability, and prompt a positive response for further discussion.

Key Principles: Be specific, concise, and professional; demonstrate you've done your research and that the professor is willing to be contacted via email; and clearly articulate your value.

The document comprises guidelines, a framework, and two examples.