Letter in support of my academic readiness

Hello,

I am applying as a student to a University Bridging program after spending many years away from school. Here is what they are looking for:

4) Submit a one page writing sample in support of your academic readiness.
• Write a brief letter demonstrating potential for success through your academic and non-academic experiences and accomplishments. Outline why the Academic Bridging Program is most suitable for your educational and career goals, and what steps you have taken to prepare yourself of the demands of the program.

Here is what I wrote:

To Whom It May Concern:


In the interest of attending the .......... Academic Bridging Program I would like to explain how I've decided to take this step.


It has been many years since high school when, like all my peers, I was supposed to decide upon a program to help me pursue my career goals. Feeling somewhat like my only option was University or College I applied and enrolled into a fine arts program at ........ College. Always enjoying the arts, I excelled and thrived for a few months before my personal life took over and I decided I didn't have the concentration for school at that time.


I grew up significantly in the time since then, learning to provide for myself. I found a job in the service industry and have worked my way up to assistant manager in a popular restaurant. Through out that time I dappled in many creative endeavours including photography, writing for children classes and many crafts like knitting and mosaics. Being an avid reader I digested book after book, fiction and non-fiction alike. I have always possessed a fire to learn and create. The difficult area for me was applying what I have learned to essays or tests. Being entirely capable, I merely lacked the gumption.


Fast forward to the present and I feel fully ready to embrace the academic lifestyle and satisfy the desire to study and learn that has nudged me since I left high school. I am ready to apply myself and strengthen my skills.


The thing is, I'm out of shape. I need help and care to ease my way in to these deep waters. After some research, the ........ Academic Bridging Program offers what I need. There seems to be a tremendous amount of support offered through the program including the Academic Writing Centre and Career Centre.


Having matured, I now understand that University is not my only option. It is with certainty and clarity that I freely choose to study at the University of ...... Being financially independent and mentally ready, I look forward to the challenge of being in school again. I've become quite good at asking for help and have a strong network of friends and family available to assist me in any ways I may need.


Once in the program I am eager to develop my written skills and expand my mind. I intend to pay close attention to what makes me tick and I intend to dedicate myself to my studies. Being a student opens door and this is what most excites me. If I am accepted into this program, I feel confidant I will continue on as a graduate.


Thank you for your time and consideration,

Respectfully,


I am not sure if I missed the point of the letter. I also have concerns regarding my 'career goals' because I currently just want to be in school and see where it takes me. I was told by friends to lie and make up goals but that's not the route i'd like to go. I am also unsure if the letter rambles, has unnecessary information, ect..

Could someone get back to me on what you think...

I would be very grateful,

Astra

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