Letter Of Inquiry

Definition Of Inquiry Letter

This letter provides a sample format for inquiring about private student aid funds. Of course, you must first identify foundations and organizations which offer such assistance well in advance of any application deadlines. You can get help finding the names and addresses of private aid sources by conducting a scholarship search on the Internet or from a reference librarian in your public library or local school. Once you have obtained contact information you will need to customize this letter to reflect your own background and needs by replacing the
bracketed boldface text below.



Sample Scholarship Inquiry Letter


[Ms. Susan B. A.Indri]
[Director of Big Money Awards]
[Lots of Money Organization]
[P.O. Box 9999]
[Moneytown, USA 99999-9999]



Dear Ms. Indri:
I am writing to inquire about any student financial assistance that the Lots of Money Organization may offer to college-bound students.
Enter a concise paragraph about your background and goals. Try to show how you meet the requirements of the organization’s financial assistance programs. If this is a letter to find out if the organization offers aid, write a short paragraph about how your background and ambitions coincide with the mission of the organization and might qualify you for assistance that may be offered.
I would greatly appreciate information about any student financial assistance available through your organization, including how I may apply for this assistance. Information about application forms and deadlines for the 2010 academic year would also be appreciated. If you require any further information, please do not hesitate to contact me by phone at 0870879200753 at the_panzel@yahoo.com.
Thank you for your consideration. I look forward to hearing from you soon.
Sincerely,

[Ms. Susan B. A.Indri]