<p>My son wants to write an "update" letter to admissions about his achievements since submitting his application in October. He interviewed at a few of the schools, and will send the letter to his interviewer. However, in the cases where he hasn't had an interview, how does he begin the letter? "Dear_____?"</p>
<p>Many admission offices have regional representatives. You could have your son phone the admission office (or research online) to identify the reps name for your region and address all correspondence to that individual. Even if the admissions office does not have regional reps, a phone call to ask for a name to address the letter is a good, personal step. And, if the interview was with an off-campus, alumni interviewer type of interview I suggest skipping the interviewer and send the update directly to the admissions office.</p>
<p>How about "To those concerned"? Even though I agree with Greta that having a name is a good thing and more personal, if you are unable to come up with one, that way you will be able to get the update added to your file. Be make sure to also include your application ID # if you were given one.</p>
<p>If you don't have a regional rep's name, write it to the Dean of Admissions:
Dear Dean Smith:</p>
<p>I agree. Call for your regional rep's name. If they won't give it to you, address it to the Dean.</p>
<p>Thank you all for your helpful responses. He is going to send them to the regional rep or the Dean.</p>