It is an honor to be asked to be someone’s character reference. But even if you are enthused about helping a friend or colleague out, you might feel a little intimidated by the prospect of putting the ...

Reference letters come in many different shapes and forms, so don’t think that one size fits all. I’ve written in the past about how to request reference letters in different situations, be it from ...

A character reference letter can make or break an applicant’s chances. Here’s how to write a great one. A character reference letter can make or break an applicant’s chances Before the days of ...

A U.S. Army discharge letter states why a service member was dismissed from the Army. As of 2022, there were eight types of military discharge. Letters of reference from people who know you can be ...

Although a personal reference is sometimes required for employment, more often they are used when applying to colleges or for scholarships, awards and memberships in associations. As a rule, ...

Shortly after becoming a full professor, I asked a colleague who had held that rank for years to name the greatest challenge she had faced in this ultimate chapter of faculty life. Her instant reply: ...

Applications for research funding, graduate schools and some jobs require that you get someone familiar with your work to write a letter of recommendation. College professors are often inundated with ...

Buying or selling a home? We analyze millions of real estate transactions to compare agents near you. A landlord reference letter is a normal part of the rental application process, providing ...

Letters of recommendation from teachers, school counselors and other sources can help college admissions officers get a more complete picture of applicants. They give admissions offices a "third ...