1. Use only a font of 12.
2. Be sure that the letter is neat and tidy (consistently formatted)
3. Be sure that you spell names correctly and put correct titles
4. Write simple sentences.
5. Use correct punctuation
6. Keep like type themes within one paragraph. Paragraphs should not be too long.
7. The phases (Introduction, Body of Letter and Closing) are to help you get organized but should NOT appear in your letter.

Introduction

• State why you are writing this letter – what are you asking for.
• State why this letter is relevant to the reader.

Body of the letter

• Give a brief summary of what you have done so far in your career.
• You are in competition for a limited number of scholarships, so you need to convince the reader that you should get a scholarship instead of another scholarship applicant
• Identify your aspirations. What do you want to do in your career? What are your career goals?

Closing

• Brief summary of what you are asking for

Be sure to state that you appreciate their consideration of your request