3.5/5 on the ETS 0-5 rater rubric
The email effectively covers all required points and maintains a polite tone throughout. However, the presence of grammatical errors and some awkward expressions detracts from the overall clarity and sophistication of the writing.
Reach120 practice band estimate — not an official ETS score How we estimate
21 / 30
legacy comparison · pre-2026 scale
Content
3.5/5Breakdown
Working well
- Clear reference to application details — “follow-up my application status”
- Expression of continued interest — “Express your continued interest in the scholarship”
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