Academic Reference Letter

An academic reference letter is used for giving reference of a student for higher studies. When a student wants to pursue higher studies, he has to submit a reference letter to the university. The letter has to convey the message that the student should be given admission the course he or she has chosen. The student is sincere and diligent. He takes up the assignments sincerely and completes them in the stipulated time frame. The skills and qualities of the student are highlighted in such a letter.

Usually this type of letter is drafted by a professor who has taught the student in the degree course. In this sample letter, a teacher is writing a letter for her student who wants to pursue higher studies in English language. The letter focuses on student's communication skills and achievements in school. This letter acts as a proof of student's solid and strong academic career up till now. This letter plays an important role in getting an admission for a student in a good university.

Academic Reference Letter Sample

Sarah Lopez
Teacher
Department of English
New City School
Chico, California
Zip-42133

Date: January 24, 2008

California State University
Dominguez Hills, (Carson)
California-421001

To whom it may concern:

This reference letter is written on the request of Michael Moore to recommend him for the Summer Language and Communication Diploma at California State University.

I have known Michael for five years at New City School. During these years, I was very impressed with his interest in English language and communication skills development. Michael worked sincerely in English and other languages too. I am pleased to rank his performance in class superior because of his good attendance, grades and active participation in extra curricular activities.

We grade the students as per their performance in research paper. This paper requires the students to research on the given topic, to analyze the research results and write a brief paper. Michael showed great competency and talent in English language and writing skills. He also topped in the oral viva based on the research paper. Not only was he one of the scholar students in school, but he is also a good soccer player. He led our school team for last two years and usefully etched two championship trophies. I hope he will add great contribution to your program by his multifaceted personality.

Michael Moore is the best candidate for the program you are going to conduct in your university. If you would like to discus any additional information about Michael's education and qualification, please do not hesitate to contact me.

Sincerely,
Sarah Lopez
Teacher