Requesting a Letter of Recommendation
Letter of Recommendation Template
To the Student:
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Read application instructions carefully
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Give the writer a properly addressed, stamped envelope
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Request a letter well in advance of the deadline-preferably at least 2 weeks before
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Check to see that the letter has been sent or returned to the proper person
Selecting a Writer:
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Select a person who knows you well and shows interest in you (for example: counselor, teacher, activity advisor, coach)
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Ask your counselor to help you select a person to write for you
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Select a person who is familiar with your potential and your achievements
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Select at least one teacher whom you have had as an instructor in an academic subject
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Ask teachers with whom you have had more than one class (when possible)
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Select a person who has challenged you the most
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Select a person who could best explain your efforts in school or on the job
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Ask the person how they feel about writing a good recommendation for you