Begin the letter with all of your personal information. Include your full name, address, phone number, email address and student identification number.
List all the courses in which you currently are enrolled, and include a list of classes you intend to take if your readmission is approved.
Explain the situation you are in and how it directly relates to your academic performance. You must make it clear how your circumstances negatively impacted your performance.
Explain what you have done or currently are doing to correct your academic issues and get yourself back on track.
Include any information that backs up your claims regarding either your original academic troubles, such as doctor's notes, or documentation of your attempts to rectify your situation, such as a letter from a therapist.
Talk to the head of your department about your situation if you had trouble in classes within your specific major. She may be able to intercede on your behalf with the appeals committee.
Submit your request to your school's appeals committee. Continue with your coursework as you previously did. Appeals claims can take a few weeks to process.