Free Scholarship and Financial Aid Request Templates
Our Sample Templates
In order to get information from either a college or a scholarship organization, you will need to request necessary materials. We have provided:
- a Sample Letter to a College, and
- a Sample Letter for Scholarship Information.
The college sample letter could be used to request
- a catalog,
- financial aid information, and
- any other materials you might need.
The scholarship letter is an opportunity to prepare a short statement summing up why you feel qualified for the scholarship. You will want to also make sure you have the appropriate contact name and the full name of the organization that administers the scholarship.
Formatting and Proofreading
Most word processing programs come bundled with templates that allow you to choose a format for a letter. If you are using one of these templates, choose a professional format, avoiding artsy or overly informal styles.
Any correspondence you have with college or organization officials should be taken as seriously as the essay you write for your application. A letter leaves an impression.
Use the spell-check feature in your word processor or email to make corrections, and be concise. Ask a parent or school guidance counselor to proofread any letter before you send it. Also, for postal mail, it is customary to include a self-addressed-stamped-envelope, SASE, to cover the cost of return postage for materials you have requested.
Sample College Information Request Letter
Date
Jane Doe
Office of Admissions
College Name
Street Address
City, State Zipcode
Dear Ms. Doe,
I am very interested in [College Name] and would appreciate you sending me the following information: [this list should be modified for your needs]
• Course Catalog
• Athletic Program Catalog
• Scholarship Information
• Financial Aid Application
• Residency Information, On-Campus and Off-Campus
• [anything else you need]
Briefly, my academic career has been focused on [Subject area, or General College Preparatory] and I have consistently maintained a GPA of [gpa]. I have also successfully balanced my academic interests with the following activities: [athletics, hobbies, volunteer organizations, etc].
I look forward to hearing from you.
Sincerely,
Your Name
Address
Phone Number
Email Address
Sample Scholarship Information Request Application
Date
Jane Doe
Organization Name
Street Address
City, State Zipcode
Dear Ms. Doe:
I am very interested in [Organization’s name, Scholarship Fund Name] or any other financial assistance opportunities available for [undergraduate, graduate] students.
[Briefly, craft a few statements that offer information about your academic and extracurricular activities that make you a suitable candidate for a scholarship with Name of Organization.]
Please send me the appropriate application and deadlines, including any other necessary information I would need to complete a proper application process with [Name of Organization].
I look forward to hearing from you.
Sincerely,
Your Name
Address
Phone Number
Email Address
