What information to include in a financial hardship letter to the federal education authority?

Answer 1

Firstly, at the top right hand corner of your writing page, write your address, with your postcode (zip code), then the date. To the left hand side, insert the date, then on a new line insert the salutation. Then in your letter incorporate what changes in your life have brought you to this hardship briefly (divorce, loss of job, medical condition, death of partner, job relocation, etc.) and why you are currently having financial trouble paying your contribution to education fees. It is also important to incorporate in your letter any student reference or I.D. number. Include your income & expenses monthly and it should show you can not meet your education fees in either all or in part. Insert whether you are looking for a reduction in the fees to what you can afford or if the fees can be waived for so many months to allow you to get back on your financial feet again. Ask for the letter to be acknowledged. After you've include the above information then to the left hand side of your letter, sign, then in the next line below insert your name in block capitals. Post it to the person in charge of the education fee's (Director of Finance, Director of Education or Student Support etc). Keep your letter clear and concise, to the point and above all friendly. A sample of the layout is included in the discussion area.