Appeal Letter Format

The following format is preferred when students write letters of appeal to the Scholarship & Awards Board.

• Type a one-page, single-spaced document addressed to the Scholarship and Awards Board. The first paragraph should include a brief introduction of yourself and the reason for appeal. The main body of the letter should contain more information and detail about the situation.

• The last paragraph should outline your request. (What do you want the Scholarship and Awards Board to do?)

• Attach Supporting document that validates and substantiates your claims.

Example:

Full Name,
I.D. #
Your Mailing Address

Phone Number

Email Address
Date

Dear Scholarship & Awards Board,

1st Paragraph:
My name is ____, I'm from ____. I'm writing this letter of appeal because ____.

Middle paragraph(s)
The following information will help you to understand my situation. Last semester ____.

Last paragraph:
I hope you can understand my situation. I am requesting that _____. (Be specific)

Sincerely, (signed)

Response Time

The Scholarship Awards Board meets every two to four weeks. Check the list of scheduled meetings on the previous page. Letters should be submitted to the Financial Aid Office at least one week prior to the SAB meeting. When your letter of appeal is acted upon, you may receive notice with the results within one week after the meeting.