Decline_To_Write_Recommendation_Letter_Several_Reasons

Dear _______________,

I received your request for a letter of recommendation for _______________. With regrets, I must decline.

I am not the best choice to endorse you for _______________. Given the little time available to me, I wouldn’t be able to relate more than your recorded grades. Moreover, I couldn’t be wholly positive in my support, due to _______________.

I’d suggest that you reach out to _______________ in the _______________ department. They know you better than I do. I would also suggest that you approach them in a more professional manner. It wasn’t appropriate of you to reach out to me in the manner that you did. Next time, _______________.

I wish you the best in your future endeavors.

Sincerely,

{Name}

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