How can I convince my professor to give me a one day extension on a paper due tomorrow?

The truth.

But I’d still do the all nighter, just because I don’t know how close you are to the professor.

Here’s a very good statement. “and I’ll probably write a much better paper after a good night’s sleep).”

I would just tell the truth.
What is the penalty for a late paper if you don’t get an extension?
For your health, I would say the benefits outweigh the cost of perhaps a lower grade, in this instance. Ouch! Three all-nighters!

and of course, let us know what happens.

The worst thing I ever did was pull an all-nighter. I did it just once. The next day I went to class and explained my situation. (A lot of stress, personal things…) Being completely honest is the way to go. It would have been better had I gone to the professor earlier, but she was totally understanding (and even helped convince me that I was having a crisis and to tell all my other teachers too! :-p ).

She gave me what turned out to be a 2 week extension (spring break was in between). I still got a lower grade than if it was on time, but it was better than what I would have turned in after the all-nighter. Good luck.

If “my dog ate my homework” doesn’t work , try the truth. It has worked for me a lot of times

1) Why are you fluthering?? You should be working on the paper!
2) If you pull an all nighter you will get it done and not worry about it tomorrow night.
3) It wouldn’t hurt to ask. The worst he can say is no.

Good Luck.

say you’ve been overwhelmed

Hey guys, I just heard back from my professor. She said I could email it a day later, no penalty. I’m really glad I took everyone’s advice and just went for it! Thanks everyone

Awesome! Take my advice. Stop fluthering and go work on it!