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Reference letters
Key elements:
Not always addressed to a specific individual
Ideal when submitting multiple applications
Commonly used for general academic and employment purposes
Great for character assessments
Given directly to the requestor for future use
Recommendation letters
Key elements:
Usually addressed to an individual or committee
Very specific about a person’s qualifications, skills and how they relate to the job or opportunity
Requested as part of the mandatory documents needed for academic admission and specific job listings
Used to describe work performance and scholarly achievements