Etiquette for references?

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I'm curious what proper etiquette is for thanking references for their time, especially if one will continue to apply past an acceptance. I was wait-listed for next year, and guaranteed admission the following year, so I will continue to try for an earlier start elsewhere, just in case. I'd like to let my references know, since they were instrumental in the process so far. Do most send thank-you letters, maybe with a small token of appreciation, or just let them know as I would for a job application?

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Specializes in ICU.

A little card with a $5-$10 Starbucks gift card enclosed adds a nice touch.

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Ya Everyone in health care loves coffee and treats! God bless!

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Thanks everyone for the input. I was more curious regarding sending thank-yous after initial acceptance or when I finish, since I will likely apply to a few more schools, in case I get an earlier start.

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Specializes in ICU.

Send it when accepted!

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I wrote a hand written card for the people who wrote my letters for CRNA school and let me shadowed

them and such! I also did a 10 dollar Starbucks gift card too! :) I got that from a girl I precepted and it

does mean a lot! :)

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