Write an Email
·You applied for a merit-based scholarship three weeks ago. The committee was supposed to announce decisions last week, but you have not received any notification. You want to inquire about your application status.
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Key Takeaway
The email demonstrates an understanding of the task and includes a polite inquiry.
Lack of clarityCritical
“i have alot of interest in this fi but due to my limited resorces, i am not able to persue this program.”
Fix·I have a strong interest in this field, but due to my limited resources, I am unable to pursue this program without financial assistance.
Grammatical errorsModerate
“With due respect i wanted to inquire details about the merit-bases scholarships”
Fix·With due respect, I would like to inquire about the details of the merit-based scholarships
“Thankyou so much for your time.”
Expressing gratitude is important as it leaves a positive impression and shows respect for the recipient's time.
“I am intensely interested in this scholarship”
Clearly expressing interest in the scholarship demonstrates motivation and commitment, which are key factors for selection.
“I submitted my form 4 weeks ago”
Providing specific details about the application timeline helps the committee locate the application and understand the urgency.
Vocabulary & Flow
Grammar Corrections
1 items foundIncorrect word form; 'bases' should be 'based' as it describes the type of scholarship.
Email Structure
The greeting is polite and appropriately addresses the committee.
“Dear Scholarship committee, Hope you are doing well. With due respect i wanted to inquire details about the merit”
The opening paragraph sets the context for the inquiry but could benefit from more precise language.
The body addresses key requirements but lacks specific application details that could strengthen the inquiry.
The closing effectively expresses gratitude and includes a polite request for information.
The sign-off is appropriate and includes the sender's name.
“Sincerely”
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Improvement Roadmap
Use specific details to strengthen your inquiry.
Now: I submitted my form 4 weeks ago
Try: I submitted my application for the XYZ Scholarship on [exact date].
Providing specific details can make your inquiry more precise and easier for the committee to address.Correct spelling errors to improve professionalism.
Where: body
Try: resources, pursue
Use more varied sentence structures to enhance readability.
Try: Although I am very interested in this scholarship, my limited resources prevent me from pursuing this program without financial assistance.