Page 1 of 1

What should I get my non-academic reference letter to includ

Posted: Wed Dec 10, 2014 1:26 pm
by flash21
Hi guys,

I was hoping to get some advice on what I should get my non-academic reference letter to include. One of the schools I am applying to requires one that is NON academic in nature.

Thanks.

Re: What should I get my non-academic reference letter to includ

Posted: Wed Dec 10, 2014 3:10 pm
by hillz
I would ask the LOR writer to discuss the following:

- Intellectual curiosity and promise
- Analytical skills, particularly ability to read textual material carefully and present reasoned conclusions in writing and orally
- Problem solving and independence of thought
- Motivation, commitment, maturity, professionalism, and self-confidence
- Leadership ability and organizational skills
- Concern for others

Re: What should I get my non-academic reference letter to includ

Posted: Wed Dec 10, 2014 4:31 pm
by LET'S GET IT
Have you had a real job? If so, a letter from a boss about work ethic, loyalty, likeability, ability to worth well with others, leadership, etc. I think would be good.

Re: What should I get my non-academic reference letter to includ

Posted: Wed Dec 10, 2014 8:25 pm
by bluchai
hillz wrote:I would ask the LOR writer to discuss the following:

- Intellectual curiosity and promise
- Analytical skills, particularly ability to read textual material carefully and present reasoned conclusions in writing and orally
- Problem solving and independence of thought
- Motivation, commitment, maturity, professionalism, and self-confidence
- Leadership ability and organizational skills
- Concern for others
Maybe ability to overcome adversity, if applicable?

Re: What should I get my non-academic reference letter to includ

Posted: Wed Dec 10, 2014 9:46 pm
by Kratos
How you look in a bathing suit