READING

AND
WRITING
SKILLS
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 PRELIMINARIES
PRAYER

CHECKING OF ATTENDANCE

SHORT REVIEW
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 OBJECTIVES
✓ Identify the unique features of
and requirements in composing
application letter for college
admission.

✓ Produce an application letter

following the properties of a well-
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written paper.
PRE-ACTIVITY
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 APPLICATION
LETTER FOR
COLLEGE
ADMISSION
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 APPLICATION LETTER FOR COLLEGE
ADMISSION

College Admission Letter also

referred to as the "letter of intent," is a
one-page letter required for college and
university admission.
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 WRITING
COLLEGE
ADMISSION
LETTER
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 Writing College Admission Letter
1. Heading, Date and Inside Address
- Write on the top left the heading that includes
your complete address and zip code.

- The date should be fully spelled out.

- The inside address contains the name of the

college or university admission head, his job
title (if applicable) and the address of the
university.
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 EXAMPLE
Heading:
B15 L21 Amarillo St.
Brgy. Rizal, Makati 1218

Date:
June 6, 2023

Inside Address:
Ms. Katarina Katigbak
Officer-in-Charge, Admission Section
Office of the Registrar
University of Science and Technology of Southern Philippines
Lapasan, Cagayan de Oro City
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2. Greeting or Salutation

It starts mostly with the word "Dear"

followed by the last name of the receiver.
End the salutation with a colon (:).
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Dear Ms. Katigbak:

or

Dear Ma’am/Sir:
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3. The Body
The body is the main part of the letter which
includes the course you are interested in, reason
for choosing the university, description of
academic interest, the basis for them to consider
your application, and plans, if any. Last part will
be your request to consider your application for
admission and information on how to contact you.
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 EXAMPLE
I am writing to inform you of my interest in applying for Bachelor of Science in
Biology at your prestigious school – University of Science and Technology of Southern
Philippines.

I am enthusiastic to conduct researches in science. As shown in my scholastic

achievements and the documents attached, I am part of the team that ranked second
in the recent National Science Investigatory Project. The university offers the best
tertiary education in the country and is at its prime in research and publication.
Because of this, studying at the university would help me improve my research skills
as I deepen my knowledge of biological science.

I plan to allot most of my time, during and after my studies, in conducting biological
research. I envision myself doing research for the benefit of my countrymen.

I hope for your kind consideration. For any questions or concern, contact me at this
number 09675701927
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4. Complimentary Close

Complimentary Close is a polite way of

finishing the letter. Remember that it always ends
with comma (,)
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Sincerely,

or

Yours Truly,
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5. Signature and Sender’s Identification

This is the last part of the letter. Write your

name on the first line and your title (if applicable)
on the second line. Then sign directly above the
first line.
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 EXAMPLE

(Signature)
Shiela A. Canillas
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 EXAMPLE COLLEGE ADMISSION LETTER
B15 L21 Amarillo St.
Brgy. Rizal, Makati 1218

June 6, 2023

MS. KATARINA KATIGBAK

Officer-in-Charge, Admission Section
Office of the Registrar
University of Science and Technology of Southern Philippines
Lapasan, Cagayan de Oro City

Ma’am:

I am writing to inform you of my interest in applying for Bachelor of Science in Biology at your prestigious school – University of Science and Technology of Southern
Philippines.

I am enthusiastic to conduct researches in science. As shown in my scholastic achievements and the documents attached, I am part of the team that ranked second in
the recent National Science Investigatory Project. The university offers the best tertiary education in the country and is at its prime in research and publication. Because
of this, studying at the university would help me improve my research skills as I deepen my knowledge of biological science.

I plan to allot most of my time, during and after my studies, in conducting biological research. I envision myself doing research for the benefit of my countrymen.

I hope for your kind consideration. For any questions or concern, contact me at this number 09675701927

Sincerely,

Shiela A. Canilas
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 WRITING
COLLEGE
ADMISSION
ESSAY
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 Writing College Admission Essay

Introduction

The introduction should catch the attention

of the reader. It should contain the main concept
for your essay. You can also restate the question
without repeating the exact words.
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Topic: Explain why you would like to pursue a

program in our college.

✓ My goal is not just to finish a degree. It

should be finishing a degree in this college.
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Content/Body

This is the part where you should answer the

topic or question with clarity. Provide justification
based on the experience you have undergone. You
can also incorporate the factors that drive you into
finishing your studies.
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 EXAMPLE

To be enriched holistically to serve the country

cannot be possible if without the help of the college.
It is because the college has the best professors in
the country – professors who are not only into
teaching but also in molding the students.
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Conclusion

To end the essay, write your plans after you

graduate from their college. You could also include
the reinforcing statement stating that you are one
of the best applicants to their college.
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After finishing my degree, I am looking forward to

working with a research laboratory to be of aid to
our country in adding more scientific knowledge of
the world around us. All of this would be possible
with the help of the college.
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 TIPS
• In writing a college admission letter, use a full-block
style or the format prescribed by the college.

• In writing a college admission essay, answer the

questions directly and state specific experiences and
or achievements to support your answer.

• Make sure that it is written in a positive tone, well-

written and free of errors.
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 GENERALIZATION
State the significance of
preparing a well-written
college admission letter.
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 WRITING ACTIVITY
Situation:
You are applying for admission in a
university/college. Prepare a college admission
letter following the guidelines in writing a well-
written letter.
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