Sample Letter #1
LSU Physical Therapy School1500 Poydras St.
New Orleans, La. 10032
(504) 212-4700
January 1, 2003
Subject: Letter of Recommendation for Sarah Hoover
To Whom It May Concern:
It is with enthusiasm and enjoyment that I am writing to support Sarah Hoover’s application to the LSU physical therapy program. For over 30 years I have been a faculty member of Southeastern Louisiana University in the biology department. In addition I have supervised many research laboratories and counseled many students seeking professional advancement. I hope my view and opinion of Sarah Hoover will be beneficial to the Louisiana State University physical therapy admissions committee as you evaluate this exceptional candidate.
I first came in contact with Sarah during the spring semester of 1997, when she entered my office needing advice over respective class scheduling. During the course of our discussion, she presented the idea that she would like to be a physical therapist with a bachelor’s degree in biology from Southeastern Louisiana University. It was apparent at the time that she was highly motivated to achieve this goal and would be an exceptionally strong student.
During the time I have known Sarah, she has shown energetic enthusiasm for learning and openness to new ideas. Sarah was a student in Microbiology 400 and Microbiology 600 on my class schedule. In these classes she exhibited an eagerness for knowledge and an understanding of the instructed principles of the class. She scored at the top of her class on all verbal and written examinations during this time.
Since then Sarah was asked to participate on the Biology student review committee developing insight into existing and new curriculums. This was considered an honor for a junior student on the committee at the time. She proved herself a leader among her peers and was responsible for hosting prospective research companies at Southeastern Louisiana University interested in the biology research. Her skills were apparent to all. Even the dean mentioned her in an annual review to the faculty at the end of the semester.
I know Sarah is highly motivated and interested in practicing physical therapy. Sarah is a kind and compassionate individual who is committed to helping people through medicine. She has fulfilled the degree requirements of Southeastern Louisiana University with exceptional scores and enhanced the biological sciences program. I have the highest admiration for her achievements.
I advise you to thoughtfully consider Sarah Hoover’s application. I look forward to seeing her future success in the physical therapy field.
Sincerely,
John Hancock, Ph.D.
Academic Assistant to the
Dean of Biological Sciences