Appeal Letter for Financial Aid
Sometimes we face situations in which we are forced to seek help, especially when it comes to financial distress. In such a scenario, asking for financial aid is not a bad idea if you are confident that you can repay the organization or individual who will be funding you.
Several countries also have government and state run programs, most commonly in the education sector, which offer financial aid. If you are a student, you will need to convince the person or organizing providing the funding that you deserve it, and have a plan to repay the loan.
Here we will show you how to write an appeal letter for financial aid along with a sample and a template for reference.
Tips for Writing an Appeal Letter for Financial Aid
- Stick the point and ask for financial aid
- Give a good reason for your request
- Show why you deserve to be considered
- Offer to provide references and previous records
- Share your intent to repay the money
Instructions
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Sample of an Appeal Letter for Financial Aid
To,
Mr. Stewart Downing,
Federal Education Minister,
New Jersey 07080,
United States of America,
Subject: Appeal for Financial Aid
Dear Mr. Stewart,
My name is Mark Etherington and I am a resident of New Jersey. I am writing this letter to seek your help for the continuation of my education. My academic record is spotless since childhood, with stellar grades and exemplary performance.
I managed to secure 92 percent marks at Queen Marry School, which speaks about my devotion and dedication towards education. After completing my high school, I went to St. Andrews College, where I continued to excel and consequently impressed my peers, teachers and professors at the time.
Eventually I became the teaching assistant during my first year, and finished college with 95 percent across all subjects.
Now I wish to get enrolled in Pardew University in California, for which I require help. Unfortunately, the university’s scholarship program does not apply to me, and I cannot afford their tuition fee on my own.
I humbly request you to provide me with financial aid so that I can get through university and become a productive part of the society. I am willing to provide references, previous academic records and assure you that I will work towards repayment once I start working full time.
Looking forward to a positive response from you,
Thanks and Regards,
Mark Etherington
Ref# Mrs. Jeffery
Head of science department
Queen Marry School
Tel # 001201689464
Ref# Mr. Hendricks
Professor
St. Andrews College
Tel # 0012019734464 -
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Template of an Appeal Letter for Financial Aid
To,
(Name of recipient),
(Department name),
(State name along with postal code),
(Country name),
Subject: Financial Aid
Dear Mr./Ms. (Name of recipient),
My name is (Your name) and I am currently residing in (Current state/city). Given your reputation for philanthropy and helping capable youngsters, I write to you in the hopes of securing financial aid.
My previous academic record is outstanding, and I wish to secure admission into (University you seek to get admission in). However, I am not able to afford their tuition fee, which is why I require your help.
I have been an exemplary scholarship student throughout my academic life, but unfortunately I don’t meet the criteria for the university’s full scholarship.
If you agree to provide me financial aid, I will be more than willing to show references from my teachers and previous records. Moreover, I assure you that I will work towards repayment as soon as I find employment.
Hoping for a positive response,
Thanks and Regards,
(Your name)
Ref# (Name of the teacher or professor)
(State the name of the department of the teacher or professor)
(Name of the school)
(Telephone number through which the teacher can be contacted)
Ref# (Name of the teacher or professor)
(Designation)
(Name of the College)
(Telephone number through which the teacher can be contacted)
