Requesting A Letter Of Recommendation
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2Requesting a Letter of Recommendation
We recommend you provide this form to anyone from whom you are requesting a letter of recommendation. This form
will provide information to this person that will help them to write a letter that best suits your needs and will allow
them to express some of your unique qualities and assets. Remember, provide enough time for letter writer to complete
this task. It is customary to allow at least 1-2 weeks. Be sure to factor in time to send the materials in.
Date of Request:________________
1. Your name:____________________________________________________________
2. Recommendation writer: _________________________________________________
3. Date recommendation is due: ____________________
(Put date at least 2 days before it must be sent)
4. Action required:
______ Send letter (attach an addressed stamped envelope)
______ Return letter to me (attach envelope)
______ Return letter to Guidance Office
______ Other (explain)________________________________________
5. Type of recommendation requested:
____Academic ____Athletic ____Music ____College Entrance _____Other
6. Information about college/scholarship committee, etc. that will receive the letter:
Name: ____________________________________________________________
Address: __________________________________________________________
City/State/Zip: _____________________________________________________
Additional Information about scholarship committee or college that would be helpful to
the letter writer: __________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________
7. Remember, the more information the person has about you, the more personalized the
letter of recommendation will be. From this list of adjectives, circle the five which
describe you best. Add your own words if you wish.
Accurate
Curious
Intelligent
Realistic
Ambitious
Dedicated
Intense
Reasonable
Articulate
Dependable
Leader
Reliable
Assertive
Determined
Lively
Resourceful
Bright
Enthusiastic
Logical
Responsible
Broad Interest
Friendly
Mature
Sensible
Caring
Goal-Oriented
Motivated
Sympathetic
Cheerful
Good-Judgment
Mult-talented
Tactful
Clever
Hardworking
Optimistic
Thoughtful
Competent
Honest
Outgoing
Truthful
Concerned
Humerous
Patient
Unassuming
Confident
Idealistic
Perceptive
Unique
Conscientious
Imaginative
Polite
Unselfish
Consistent
Independent
Popular
Versatile
Cooperative
Ingenious
Proud
Well-adjusted
Courteous
Inquisitive
Quiet
Witty
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