Write an Email
You will read some information and use the information to write an email. You will have 7 minutes to write the email.
Write as much as you can in complete sentences. Aim for 80-120 words.
Select a Prompt (14 available)
Premium Prompts (20)
PremiumJob Interview Follow-up
You had a job interview last week for a marketing position at a company you really want to work for. The interviewer said they would contact you within a week, but you haven't heard back yet.
Graduate School Recommendation
You are applying to graduate school and need a letter of recommendation from a professor you took a class with two years ago. You received an A in the class and participated actively in discussions.
Product Return Request
You ordered a laptop online, but when it arrived, you noticed it was a different model than what you ordered. The company's return policy states that returns must be initiated within 30 days.
Internship Project Proposal
You are starting an internship next month and your supervisor asked you to propose a project you would like to work on. You have an idea related to improving the company's social media presence.
Study Abroad Housing
You have been accepted to a study abroad program in Spain for next semester. You need to arrange housing but are unsure whether to choose a homestay with a local family or a student dormitory.
Medical Appointment Rescheduling
You have a medical appointment scheduled for next Tuesday, but you just found out you have a mandatory exam at that time. You need to reschedule the appointment as soon as possible.
Academic Journal Submission
You want to submit your research paper to an academic journal for publication. You have some questions about the review process and formatting requirements before submitting.
Campus Event Permission
Your student organization wants to host an outdoor concert on campus. You need to request permission from the campus events office and provide details about your event.
Professional Networking Request
You attended a career fair and spoke briefly with a professional who works in your desired field. They gave you their business card and said you could contact them if you had questions about the industry.
Course Prerequisite Waiver
You want to take an advanced computer science course, but you haven't completed the prerequisite. However, you have equivalent experience from work and self-study that you believe qualifies you.
Thesis Deadline Extension
Your senior thesis is due in two weeks, but you have encountered unexpected problems with your research data. You need to redo part of your analysis, which will require more time. You want to request an extension from your thesis advisor.
Campus Parking Permit Issue
You applied for a student parking permit three weeks ago and paid the fee, but you still haven't received your permit. Meanwhile, you received a parking ticket for not displaying a valid permit in the student lot.
Academic Integrity Meeting
You received a notice about an academic integrity violation regarding a group project. You believe there was a misunderstanding because your group properly cited all sources. You need to schedule a meeting to explain your case.
Visa Document Request
As an international student, you need an official enrollment verification letter for your visa renewal application. The letter must include specific information such as your expected graduation date and full-time enrollment status.
Career Counseling Appointment
You are a junior considering whether to pursue graduate school or enter the job market after graduation. You want to meet with a career counselor to discuss your options and get advice on preparing for either path.
Thesis Committee Request
You are beginning your master's thesis and need to form a committee. You want to ask a professor from a different department to serve as an outside committee member because their expertise relates to your research topic.
After-Hours Lab Access
You need to complete a programming project that requires specialized software only available in the computer lab. The lab closes at 6 PM, but you have classes until 5:30 PM and need more time. You want to request after-hours access.
Study Abroad Credit Transfer
You are returning from a semester abroad and want to ensure the courses you took will count toward your major requirements. You have the course syllabi and transcripts ready but are unsure about the credit transfer process.
Guest Speaker Invitation
Your academic department is organizing a seminar series, and your professor asked you to invite a prominent researcher to give a talk. You need to write a professional email explaining the event and inviting them to speak.
Course Feedback Follow-up
You recently completed a course that you really enjoyed, and you want to thank the professor and ask if they offer any advanced courses or research opportunities related to the subject.