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How to Write an Email to the Admissions Officer



How to Write an Email to the Admissions Officer

If you're interested in attending college, emailing the admissions officer for additional information about a specific school is an excellent way to demonstrate your interest and help you stand out.

Writing such an email will require less time and effort than you think. Perhaps, a little more than ordering an academic paper from a professional essay writing service, but let's agree that writing an effective email is much less complicated than writing an essay, even for somebody who hasn't tried it before. Follow these simple guidelines to make your email as influential as possible.

Be Polite

The admissions office may be your best resource for learning about your college or university, and it's essential to make them feel welcome and appreciated by contacting them with a question.

In addition, the tone of your email should be respectful, without slang or acronyms. 

Be courteous in your email if you're asking about financial aid or need advice about your program.

Be Specific

Emailing the admissions officer is a great way to ask specific questions about the college or program you're interested in. However, remember that admissions officers are busy people who must answer many emails. That's why you should always be specific when emailing the admissions officer.

The best emails to the admissions officer have a clear and direct purpose and follow proper etiquette.

When sending your email, ensure you include all the information you need to help the admissions officer, such as your name and contact information. This will save the admissions officer time and ensure they get back to you promptly.

There are some examples of being specific:

"I'm writing to you to get additional information about..."

"I would like to know the next details about your ... program:..."

"I've compiled a list of questions about... Here they are:..."

Be Concise

College admissions officers are busy and don't have time to read lengthy emails. Make it as easy for them to respond to you as possible by being concise and clear.

Ask thoughtful, well-researched questions to help the admissions office determine if you're a good match for their school. This way, they can give you the most accurate answer possible.

It's also good to proofread your email before sending it off. Grammar and spelling mistakes can hurt your chances of getting into a good school.

Be Professional

Being respectful of the time and effort that they put into their work can go a long way in helping you stand out as a qualified applicant.

One of the most effective ways to be professional when writing an email is to address the administrator and formally conclude the letter correctly.

It would be best if you always tried to contact them early enough that they could respond to your message.

What NOT to ask

It's also important to avoid asking generic questions that are answered on the admissions office's website or in program guides and FAQs. For example, don't ask if the college offers internships or job placement rates or about tuition costs.

These types of questions aren't only time-consuming for the admissions officer. They're also likely to show a lack of research or that you don't understand the available information.

To conclude, if you follow some of the advice mentioned above, an admissions officer will provide all the necessary information and help you. Make a couple of draft emails, correct mistakes, and don't hesitate to send your request.


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Mathieu Picard

CEO, Anyleads, San Francisco

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