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TrailGuide: Life After High School

Question #3 How do you apply for college and get accepted?

Request a Letter of Recommendation

You can use this sample to create your own letters. Copy the letter below and paste it into a text file, then edit the contact information.

April 24, 2004
Box 328
Sitka, Alaska 99835

Dear Mr. Jones,
I am in the process of applying for many national, state, and local scholarships to assist in financing my college education. I plan to enclose several letters of recommendation and would be honored if you consider writing one for me.

The deadline of the first scholarship I am applying for is December 15, so it would be helpful if I could have your letter by November 15. You may either mail the letter or I will be happy to pick it up.

Enclosed are copies of my activities list and a brief resume to help you. If you need additional information please don't hesitate to contact me.

Sincerely

Jim Jackson
1234 Jump Lane
Sitka, Ak 99835
907-747-4567
jjump@gci.net