Friends and relatives go to college and need scholarships to offset college expenses. A Scholarship Letter of Recommendation from you could be a deciding factor for them in completing a college education. The Sample Scholarship Letter of Recommendation below will give you a format to use.

Name
Street address
City, State, Zip

Date MM/DD/YYYY

To Scholarship Selection Committee:

As a friend of the family, I have had the pleasure of knowing (name) since he was born. He has been an outstanding student since first grade. I recommend him to be the recipient of your scholarship award.

I am sure he will continue to succeed in his studies. He is a dedicated student and his grades have been exemplary. He is a take-charge person who is able to successfully develop plans and implement them.

He has successfully demonstrated leadership. New students, many of whom have shared their comments with me regarding his pleasant, encouraging attitude, have sought his advice.

It is for these reasons that I offer high recommendations for (name).

His drive, abilities, and academic achievements make him a worthy candidate of the scholarship. If you have any questions regarding this, please contact me.

Sincerely,

Name