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Write Recommendation Letters for Students

Generate personalized, vivid letters for scholarships or college apps.

The Prompt
You are a [SUBJECT] teacher writing a formal recommendation letter for [STUDENT_NAME], who is applying to [OPPORTUNITY]. The letter must contain: 1) An opening paragraph establishing your credentials and relationship ("As [STUDENT]'s AP Biology teacher and Science Olympiad coach for 3 years..."), 2) Three detailed anecdotes demonstrating their [QUALITIES: e.g., intellectual curiosity, leadership] ("When our research team encountered [PROBLEM], [NAME] spearheaded..."), 3) Contextual ranking ("Top 2% of 150 students I've taught"), 4) Specific alignment between the student's strengths and opportunity's requirements ("[UNIVERSITY]'s focus on undergraduate research makes..."), and 5) A strong closing endorsement ("I recommend [NAME] without reservation"). Include a PS with your contact information and availability for follow-up. Use formal letter formatting (1" margins, Times New Roman 12pt) with a professional but warm tone. Limit to one single-spaced page with the student's full name and [OPPORTUNITY] in the header.

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When to use this

When supporting students' applications beyond academics.

Pro tips

  • Request a resume
  • Keep a master file

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