Letter of Recommendation (Academic)
A Letter of Recommendation provides insight into the student’s academic abilities, character, and potential from someone who has directly observed their performance in an educational setting.
Free Letter of Recommendation Template
Use this free template as a starting point for writing an academic recommendation. Copy and customise it to suit your needs.
LETTER OF RECOMMENDATION
Date: [Date]
From: [Your full name] [Your title/position] [Institution name] [Department] [Email] [Phone]
To: [Admissions committee / Scholarship panel / Employer] [Institution / Organisation name]
Dear [Admissions Committee / To Whom It May Concern],
RE: Letter of Recommendation for [Student's full name]
I am writing to recommend [Student's name] for [admission to your programme / the scholarship / the position of]. I have known [him/her/them] for [duration] in my capacity as [their professor / tutor / supervisor / mentor] at [Institution].
1. Context
[Student's name] was a student in my [Course name] class during [Term/Year]. [He/She/They] also [participated in my research group / served as my teaching assistant / other relevant context].
2. Academic Performance
[Describe their academic abilities, specific achievements, grades, or projects. Be specific about what impressed you.]
3. Personal Qualities
[Describe relevant personal qualities — intellectual curiosity, work ethic, leadership, collaboration, resilience, creativity.]
4. Specific Examples
[Provide 1-2 specific examples or anecdotes that illustrate the student's strengths.]
5. Comparison to Peers
In my [number] years of teaching, [Student's name] ranks in the top [percentage] of students I have taught. [He/She/They] [is/are] among the [strongest / most dedicated / most intellectually curious] students I have had the pleasure of working with.
6. Recommendation
I give [Student's name] my highest recommendation for [the programme / scholarship / position]. I am confident [he/she/they] will make a significant contribution to your [institution / organisation].
Please do not hesitate to contact me if you require any further information.
Yours sincerely,
[Your name] [Your title] [Institution]
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