SAMPLE LETTERS

You can begin the college planning process by writing for information. This sample letter includes requests for:

You can modify this letter to accommodate your unique needs.

Date

Office of Admissions

Name of College

Street Address

City, State, Zip Code

To Whom It May Concern:

I am a student at Episcopal High School and will graduate in (Month), ____.

Please send me an application for admissions and information about your college -- a general information bulletin, college costs, and program descriptions. I am considering ___________________________ as my major field of study.

My parents and I also want to investigate all possible sources of financial aid. Please send us an application form, instructions about application procedures (how and when to apply), and any other information that might be helpful.

I am interested in visiting your campus, taking a campus tour, and meeting with an Admissions Counselor. I would also like to meet with an advisor in the _________________________ department, if possible. Please advise me of a time on (month/date) that would be convenient.

Thank you.

Sincerely yours,

(Your Signature)

Name

Address

Social Security Number

SAMPLE LETTER WITHDRAWING APPLICATION

Sometimes, circumstances intervene which make it necessary for a student to withdraw his application even before he has received a decision from a college. Again, it is polite to inform the college of this situation.

Date

Office of Admissions

Name of College

Address of College

City, State, Zip Code

To Whom It May Concern:

My application for admission to (Name of College/University) has been filed with you. Since my plans for higher education have changed, I should like to withdraw my application for admission at this time.

Please accept my thanks for your assistance and consideration.

Sincerely yours,

(Your Signature)

Name

Social Security Number

SAMPLE LETTER INFORMING COLLEGE OF DECISION NOT TO ENROLL

Date

Office of Admissions

Name of College

Address of College

City, State, Zip Code

To Whom It May Concern:

I have received notification of your acceptance of me at (Name of college/university). However, since I applied for admission some months ago, I have changed my plans. Therefore, I think it only right that I should inform you of this now in order that another applicant may be chosen in my place.

Thank you for the consideration and confidence that you have shown in me. I shall continue to think highly of (Name of college/university).

Sincerely yours,

(Your Signature)

Name

Social Security Number

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