Handouts for week 1: Cover Letter for Programme Template

Your Address
Today’s Date

Name of Admissions Person
Department
Institution
Address

Dear [Admissions]:

PARAGRAPH 1: Why you are writing and what program you are applying for.
PARAGRAPH 2: Outline your current position—briefly. In the body of this paragraph, highlight some of your most relevant experiences and qualities as they relate to the specific course and what it is you hope to achieve in the future. You can use one or two specific, concrete examples to support your claims here.
PARAGRAPH 3: Show some background knowledge of the school and program by linking your goals to what the program can offer you. List one or two personal qualities that will make you a successful candidate in their programme.
PARAGRAPH 4: Refer to your enclosed portfolio and resume. THANK the reader for his or her consideration!

Sincerely,
[SIGNATURE]
YOUR NAME

Enclosure(s): [list resume, references, portfolio contents etc]