Mail to:LETTER OF REFERENCE IN SUPPORT OF:
who is applying
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to New Mexico State University for admission and financial aid to study in the Department of Mathematical Sciences. (Applicants please fill out above and give this form to at least three professors, employers, or others who are qualified to judge your potential for graduate work in mathematics and your ability to teach.)
TO: Writers of Letters of Reference
The information given in this recommendation will be considered confidential and will be used in the initial selection process only. This information will not become part of the student's academic record. We are particularly interested in the ability of the applicant to: pursue graduate study; perform research; serve as a teaching assistant; and eventually serve in a professional capacity as a mathematician. We are also interested in the general character of the applicant. Please mail this form to the address given above.
In comparison with other graduate students that you have known, rate items A through I by a numeric score of 1 to 5. Base your ratings on the level of accomplishments you have come to expect from the applicant. (Ratings are 1 -- truly outstanding [top 10%]; 2 -- superior; 3 -- above average; 4 -- average; 5 -- below average; x -- inadequate knowledge to rate.)
[ ] A. Intellectual ability
[ ] F. Ability in oral expression.
[ ] B. Mastery of fundamental mathematical knowledge
[ ] G. Adequacy of ability for research
[ ] C. Motivation and drive
[ ] H. Emotional maturity and stability
[ ] D. Scholarship
[ ] I. Self-reliance and independence
[ ] E. Ability in written expression
It would be helpful it you could cite special indications bearing upon the applicant's qualifications. For non-U.S. citizens: Please indicate degree of English proficiency for teaching (Please use the back of this form.) You are very welcome to expand your assessment of the candidate in additional sheets.
How far do you think this applicant will progress? (Check one)
______Will probably complete the doctorate.
______Will probably complete the master's degree.
______Is not likely to complete any graduate degree.
______Is not likely to complete a graduate degree without excessive help.
I have been acquainted with this applicant during the period of: ___________________________ to _____________________________ as ___________________________________________ (teacher, advisor, supervisor, other.)
Name (print or type) _________________________ Position __________________________
Institution: _________________________________ Signature __________________________
Date:_____________________________
(08/01)