
School of Nursing Scholarship 
Western Illinois University 
School of Nursing 
Currens Hall 125 
1 University Circle 
Macomb, IL 61455 
Phone: (309) 298-2571      Fax: (309) 298-3190 
 
Letter of Recommendation 
 
Applicant’s Name: _____________________________________________________________________ 
 
I authorize this reference ______________________________________, to complete this referral sheet for a School 
of Nursing Scholarship.  I understand that the referral sheet will be forwarded to the School of Nursing Office at 
Western Illinois University and will be for the private use of the Scholarship Committee.  I will not be permitted to 
review this reference sheet for any reason.  
 
Applicant Signature: ____________________________________________________________________ 
 
Reference: Please complete this form and return it directly to the School of Nursing Office at Western Illinois University 
at the address listed above, prior to May 1
st
 deadline. Failure to meet this deadline may jeopardize the applicant’s 
opportunity to be considered for this scholarship. 
 
  1.  How long have you known the applicant?______________________________________ 
 
  2.  What is your relationship with the applicant? ___________________________________ 
 
  3.  Applicant Appraisal 
      The applicant’s ability to commit and follow through on his/her goals: 
      (  ) Excellent      (  ) Good      (  ) Fair      (  ) Poor 
      Explain: 
 
   
    How well does the applicant’s past achievements reflect his/her ability to fulfill their    
    education goals? 
      (  ) Excellent      (  ) Good      (  ) Fair      (  ) Poor 
      Explain: 
 
 
  4.  What qualities make this applicant a good candidate for this scholarship? (please use the    
    reserve side if needed) 
 
 
 
  5.  Additional Comments – Please add any information which you feel might assist the selection  
    committee. 
 
 
 
Your Name: ______________________________________ Title:  _______________________________ 
Address: _________________________________________ Phone: ______________________________ 
Signature:________________________________________ 
If you have questions, please contact the School of Nursing Office (309) 298-2571.