Three Letters of Recommendation
Recommendation letters should be addressed to the Graduate Admissions
Committee. All letters of recommendation must be sent directly from
the author via posted mail to the address below in a sealed envelope
with a signature across the seal. The format of the reference is open
-- there are no recommendation paper or on-line forms. References should
address the applicant's demonstrated academic ability, commitment, and
potential; leadership qualities; motivation; and communication skills.
For applicants pursuing the master of science or doctor of philosophy
degree, references should address ability to conduct independent research,
self direction, and depth of academic curiosity.
Civil and Environmental Engineering Graduate Programs
The Pennsylvania State University
216 Sackett Building
University Park, P A16802 USA