Sample Reference Letter
Date ________________
Re: Reference Letter for (Name of Student) - (Name of Award) Dear ________________, I would like to recommend to you ________________ for your consideration for the ________________ Award. I have known ________________ since.... Some of the positive qualities that he / she has demonstrated include.... Some of his / her extracurricular involvements (school / community) that relate to this award include.... He / she is an excellent candidate for this award because.... If selected for this award, this individual plans to (i.e. put towards tuition / pay for textbooks / pay for residence/housing, etc.).... Please do not hesitate to contact me at _____________ if you have any further questions about ________________’s skills, abilities, or academic record.
Yours sincerely, _________________________