Do you need a signature on a letter of recommendation?

Don’t ask someone to lie; you should aim for a truthful reference. Don’t ever forge signatures. Your recommendation letter must be genuine. Don’t be surprised if the person you are asking for a recommendation letter asks you to write a letter that they will later modify and sign.

What should be included in a letter of recommendation?

What is a letter of recommendation?

• Introduction and statement of recommendation.
• List of specific reasons you are recommending them to the position.
• Personal story with evidence of their qualities (soft and hard skills)
• Closing statement with contact information.
• Signature.

How do you end a letter of recommendation?

The closing of the letter should briefly summarize previous points and clearly state that you recommend the candidate for the position, graduate program or opportunity they are seeking. The recommendation letter should be written in language that is straightforward and to the point.

Who Should a letter of recommendation be addressed to?

A “letter of reference” is often given directly to you by the referee and you can keep it for future use. Such a letter is normally addressed as “To Whom it may Concern” or “Dear Sir/Madam”.

Can you reuse letters of recommendation for medical school?

Can I use the same letters of recommendation when reapplying to medical school? (Note: AMCAS does not retain recommendation letters from previous application cycles. Therefore, you’ll need to resubmit letters you’d like to reuse.) You can indeed use past letters of recommendation as a reapplicant.

Does a letter of recommendation need to be on letterhead?

In general, recommendation letters should be submitted on letterhead if possible. You can imagine that a lot of companies don’t want to have to deal with that possible hassle, and that leaves well-meaning professional recommenders having to write their letters without the benefit of their official letterhead.