Establish the purpose of your request. This purpose will be in regard to your enrollment, grades, attendance or other personal matter as long as it pertains to your school. Look over your school's faculty listing and identify the person or school department your request should be sent to.
Type your request letter in a business format. Begin your letter by typing your address on the left side of the page, spaced four lines down from the top. Create a double space and then type the date of your request. Create a double space below the date and type the name and address of the person or school department your letter will be sent to. Create a double space and type the word "Dear" and the person's name. Create another double space and begin typing the body of your letter.
Identify who you are in the body of your letter. Explain that the purpose of the letter is to make a request. Describe the request and the reason you are making it. Provide detailed information so the person will have enough information to make an informed decision. Close your letter by thanking the reader for their time and consideration for your request. Create a double space below the body of the letter and type the word "Sincerely." Create two double spaces below "Sincerely" and type your name. Sign your letter with a pen just above your typed name.
Deliver your letter to your school's administrative office or to the appropriate school department. Take the letter to the post office if you would rather mail it. Send the letter from the post office using certified mail. You will receive a receipt notifying you of when the letter was received and who signed for it. Allow a reasonable amount of time for your request to be considered. Follow-up your request with a phone call if you do not hear back from the school.