SSF Scholarship Letter of Recommendation Guide

Letters of Recommendation are the primary source of information about the student.

Most applicants advance to “Finalist” based upon the information and insight contained in your letter.

Many students sell themselves short in their applications; therefore, we rely on your letter to provide information demonstrating the student’s character, achievements, and personal triumphs.

**SSF Scholarship Letter of Recommendation Guide**

**Applicant’s Name: ** 

**1. Your Name: ** 

**2. Your Position/Title: ** 

**3. Your Organization/Institution: ** 

**4. How long have you known the applicant? ** 

**5. How do you know the applicant? ** 

**6. Describe the student: **

**a. Academic Success: ** 

**b. Academic Struggles and Effort to Succeed Academically: ** 

**c. Overcoming Financial Impediments (work to provide for personal/family expenses):

**d. Home Life Issues that Hinder Academic Success: ** 

**e. Overcoming Disabilities or Health Issues: ** 

**f. Character Trait Holding the Student Back from Full Potential: ** 

**g. Applicant’s Empathy for Others: ** 

**h. Talents, Extracurricular Activities, or Sports Participation: ** 

**i. Additional Important Information for SSF to Know about the Applicant: ** 

**Thank you for providing your insights and support for this applicant’s scholarship opportunity!**