Sample Department Letters

Sample UAF Department Recommendation Letters for F-1 Students

The following sample letters are provided for your convenience in assisting international students.

Please cut and paste the contents onto your UAF letterhead and then print.

All letters require original signatures of the person submitting the letter. 
The letters may be given to the student or sent directly to UAF International Student and Scholar Services.

Student Employment Letter for Social Security Application
International students in F-1 status need this letter in order to apply for a Social Security card.

Optional Practical Training
Recommendation letter for graduate students

Optional Practical Training
Recommendation letter for undergraduate students

Curricular Practical Training
Recommendation letter for graduate students

Curricular Practical Training
Recommendation letter for undergraduate students

Request for Program Extension
Letter for graduate students

Request for Program Extension
Letter for undergraduate students

Request for Reduced Course Load
Letter for graduate students

Request for Reduced Course Load
Letter for undergraduate students