Author: Admin

If you are having trouble paying off your school loans or keeping up with tuition payments, you might consider sending a hardship letter to the loan company or school asking for relief.

Below is a sample hardship letter for school loans:

IMPORTANT: DO NOT COPY THIS LETTER EXACTLY. PLEASE USE YOUR OWN WORDS.

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[Student Loan Provider]
[Address]
[Phone Number]

[Date]

To Whom It May Concern:

I am writing to [request a deferment, consolidation, restructuring, etc.] on my student loan(s), because of financial hardship.

Specifically, I am unable to continue to pay my loan(s) because [specific reasons, including unemployment, military deployment, medical problems, etc.].

Until recently, I have paid my bill in full and on time for [length of time]. So, I hope you recognize that I have been responsible about my debts. However, my current financial situation is making it impossible for me to continue to make these payments.

Please find the attached financial documents that prove my hardship, including [pay stubs, tax documents, etc.].

Hopefully, we can come to an agreement as soon as possible. If you have any questions about my request, please contact me as soon as possible.

Sincerely,

[Your Signature]

[Your Name]
[Your Address]
[Your Phone Number]

Below is a sample hardship letter for school tuition:

IMPORTANT: DO NOT COPY THIS LETTER EXACTLY. PLEASE USE YOUR OWN WORDS.

[Name]
[School]
[Address]

[Date]

To Whom It May Concern:

I am writing to request a reduction in my tuition costs for this year. Although the rising price of tuition is difficult for many students, I hope you will understand and grant an exception based on my financial hardship.

I have already completed [number of terms/semesters] here at [school]. During that time I have worked very hard to maintain a [GPA] GPA while also working as many hours as possible. Unfortuantley, it is difficult to find a job with the right kind of flexible hours. I actually had one until recently when I was laid off.

In addition to my transcript and financial statements I have included letters from
my teachers. These recommendations will attest to my hard work and dedication
within an academic setting.

Thank you for your time and consideration. Please contact me at your earliest
convenience.

Sincerely,

[Your Signature]

[Your Name]
[Your Address]
[Your Phone Number]
[Student ID Number]

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When circumstances make it unfair for you to serve on jury duty, you can use a hardship letter to request a hardship removal so that the court can replace you with someone else.

Below is a sample hardship letter for jury duty:

IMPORTANT: DO NOT COPY THIS LETTER EXACTLY. PLEASE USE YOUR OWN WORDS.

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[Date]

[COURT NAME AND ADDRESS]

Dear [NAME],

I have received your letter of [DATE] summoning me to jury duty on [DATES]. Although I am honored by the privilege, I respectfully request that I be excused from jury duty.

[STATE REASON(S): for example … ]
My employer will be unable to pay me during my absence for jury duty. This will severely affect my financial position. If necessary, I can provide a statement from my employer.]

Please understand my position and excuse me from jury duty at this time. You may contact me at [PHONE NUMBER] if there are any concerns.

Sincerely,

[YOUR SIGNATURE]

[YOUR NAME, ADDRESS AND PHONE NUMBER]

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And here’s another example …
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{Your Name}
{Your Address}
{Your Phone Number}

{Courthouse Name}
{Clerk of the Court}
{Address}

{Date}

To Whom It May Concern:

I am writing to request dismissal from jury duty for {date}. While I understand the
need and importance of this responsibility, I ask for the dismissal due to extreme
financial hardship that would only be exacerbated by this situation.

I have been struggling to find employment for the last few years due to {layoffs,
disability, taking care of child.} I have recently been hired at in a stable
position. If it works out I will be able to {pay my mortgage, pay off debt, etc.}
but if not I may lose my car or even my house.

My new employers have stated unequivocally that I am required to be at work on
that day, as I am the only person qualified to perform {duties.} They will not pay
me my wages if I am at jury duty, and as I mentioned before, I am already on the
brink of bankruptcy. I am working hard to rebuild my life, but my situation is still
tenuous at this point.

I am attaching financial stubs, bank statements and an affidavit from my
employer for your review.

Thank you for your time and consideration. Please contact me at your earliest
convenience.

Sincerely,

{Sender Name}

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