When we searched for information for this article, we had a query “How do I unsubscribe from college emails,” and Google gave us an interesting result:
Number of answers on “How do I unsubscribe from college emails” query
That’s a lot and shows that universities have a hard time creating emails that students like. In order to correct the situation, universities should apply some of our advice:
- send emails only when there is a real need for them;
- make your emails useful;
- send them to those who gave their consent;
- rework your email subject line approach;
- allow all those who don't want to receive emails to unsubscribe.
This article aimed to help students and professors to build smooth email communication with perfect subject lines for any occasion. We’ve gathered the most frequent cases of university life when an email newsletter is required and came up with the most impactful and appropriate subject lines for them.
Subject lines for emails from students to professors
Communication with the professor helps the student in solving many questions and problems regarding study that may arise during the curriculum. In this part of the article, we will cover several possible reasons why a student might contact a professor via email and give several examples of subject lines for these cases.
Clarify an assignment
- Inquiry about assignment guidelines for (Course name/Assignment name).
- Need help to understand (Course name/Assignment name) assignment details.
- Question about (Course name/Assignment name) assignment instructions.
- Seeking clarification on upcoming (Course name/Assignment name) assignment.
- Assignment query: Can you provide guidance?
Notify of absence and request materials
- Absence notification and request for (Course name) lecture materials.
- (Student name, Group) seeking (Course name) lecture materials.
- (Student name, Group) Request for missed (Course name) materials due to absence.
- (Student name, Group) absentee student is seeking (Course name) lecture notes.
- (Student name, Group) Missed class materials request.
Recommendation email request
- Question regarding my recommendation email request.
- (Student name, Group) request for a recommendation email.
- Recommendation email request: Can we discuss this?
- (Student name, Group) would like to ask you about my recommendation email.
- Would you kindly write a recommendation email for (Student name, Group)?
Meeting request
- Request for a meeting to discuss the final exam in (Course name).
- Meeting request for academic guidance.
- Scheduling a meeting to discuss coursework.
- Request for a One-on-One discussion on (Course name) progress.
- Meeting inquiry to stay on the same page.
Follow-ups
- Follow-Up: Group project for the History course.
- Checking in on my recommendation email request.
- Second inquiry about upcoming (Course name) exam.
- Continuing the discussion on my (Course name/Research name) research topic.
- Follow-up on (Course name) project progress.
Feedback request
- Feedback request: How can I improve my subject proficiency?
- (Student name, Group) Constructive feedback on my project is needed.
- Would you kindly give feedback on my progress?
- Feedback request: Your thoughts are valuable.
- (Student name, Group) study progress query.
Assignment submission
- (Assignment ID) submission: (Student name, Group).
- Submitting (Assignment name) for evaluation.
- Sending completed assignment: (Assignment name).
- Submitting my project for your approval: (Assignment name).
- (Assignment name) is ready. Waiting for your approval.
Subject lines for emails from professors to students
Emails from professors help students get on the right path in learning, make their studies more interesting, give useful advice, and resolve issues. When creating an email for a student, you should also think about creating the right subject line. This section will help you cope with this task, where we will take into account possible email writing scenarios and which subject lines best suit them.
Reprimand or warning
- A serious matter requiring your attention.
- Concerns regarding your academic performance.
- Important notice. Low academic performance discussion.
- Academic warning. Last chance to raise your grade.
- Meeting request to address your academic issues.
Recommendation email for student
- Regarding your recommendation letter request.
- Your requested recommendation letter Is ready.
- Important: I’ve finished your recommendation letter.
- Meeting request regarding your recommendation letter query.
- Confirmation: I've sent your recommendation letter.
Assignment submission
- Acknowledgment of your (Assignment name) submission.
- Received: Your (Assignment name) submission.
- Confirmation: (Assignment name) submitted successfully.
- Assignment submitted: Will evaluate it soon.
- Thank you for turning in your (Assignment name).
Feedback on student’s work
- Giving you feedback on your (Assignment name).
- Review and suggestions for (Student name)'s work.
- Re: Requested performance review and feedback.
- Constructive feedback for (Student name)'s curriculum progress.
- Evaluation and comments on your (Assignment name).
Congratulations on student success
- A deserved praise for your remarkable project. Good job.
- Congratulations on your outstanding research work.
- Kudos for your exceptional course accomplishments.
- You did well on your project. Keep up the good work.
- Congratulations on your high grade on this course.
Enrollment or withdrawal from a course
- Confirmation of (Student name) enrollment in (Course name).
- (Student name): Course enrollment status update.
- Withdrawal from (Course Name) — Next steps.
- Notification: Your course enrollment status changes.
- Enrollment Update: Welcome to (Course Name) course.
Subject lines for emails from students to students
Making friends, doing homework together, and informing each other about upcoming events — this is why students send emails to each other. It's time to consider subject lines for emailing between students.
Student event promotion
- An exciting event is coming: Join us for (Event name).
- Don't miss out on the event of the year. Save the date.
- Get ready for (Event name). We’ll be waiting for you!
- Student event announcement. You're invited!
- Join the student community at (Event name) on (Date).
Help offer
- Offering assistance for (Course name/Assignment name), so let’s collaborate.
- Need help with (Course name/Assignment name)? I’m ready to assist.
- I’m ready to help with (Course name/Assignment name).
- Study buddy available for (Course name/Assignment name).
- Friendly offer. I'm available for (Course name/Assignment name) assistance.
Holiday greetings
- Wishing you a joyful holiday season!
- Greetings to all our fellow students with (Holiday name).
- Best holiday wishes from (Student name).
- Happy holidays and best wishes for the (Holiday name)!
- Sending festive vibes to our student community!
Team up request for project
- Looking for teammates for (Project name) until (Date).
- I may need help with my project. Want to join?
- Let’s cooperate on this project.
- Cooperation request for (Project name). Would you like to join?
- Teammates needed to start (Project name). How about you?
Class or university news
- Hey (Student name), here's your university update for (Month/Year)!
- Important Class Update: (News/Announcement).
- Stay informed: Latest university news and updates.
- Campus weekly news digest. All in one email.
- Don't miss out. University updates inside.
Tips to write proper subject lines for student emails
An email subject line can be quite difficult to perfect. After all, you have very limited space to make a good impression and entice recipients to open your email. But creating the perfect email subject line doesn't have to be a guessing game. There are a few proven steps you can take to write great subject lines for student emails every time.
Tip 1. Keep it short
First, keep it short and sweet. The ideal length for an email subject line is around 50 characters or less. Keep in mind that your display space is limited. While desktop inboxes show 50–60 characters, mobile ones show around 20–30 characters. So, make your subject line short without overcrowding the subject field.
Tip 2. Make it clear and conscious
Don’t be too clever with your wordplay — recipients will quickly lose interest if they can’t understand what you’re trying to say. Stick to language that is direct and easy to understand both for students and professors.
Tip 3. Don’t ask lazy questions
Don’t ask the professors or students questions that you can easily find answers on your own. An example is when a professor said about not applying any new students in Fall 2024, and you still emailed with the same inquiry. You waste their time and yours too. Always research first and save the golden opportunity to make a really good first impression. Also, ask yourself whether they are the best person to direct your email to or if it’s more suited to another person.
Tip 4. Be careful of spam content
Some universities use spam filters to scan email. Your genuine, beautifully designed email may be sent to the junk folder if its content (as well as the subject line) contains suspicious details.
For example, you might want to beware of the words urgent, ASAP, and others like that. To be aware of other spam words you should avoid, we recommend looking at this extensive spam word list.
In addition, you should definitely not use only capital letters and a lot of exclamation marks. This will not only send your email to the spam folder, but from a purely aesthetic point of view, it does not look great in recipients’ inboxes.
Tip 5. Make use of subject line generators
With the development of artificial intelligence, separate tools have appeared that help create subject lines in a few clicks based on the user’s prompt. Subject line generators not only save time but also allow you to generate many subject lines and choose the one that best suits your needs.
We have discussed 9 free subject line generators in a separate article. However, don't forget that Stripo has its own subject line generator right inside the editor that you can use to your advantage. Check out how it’s easy to use and generate impactful subject lines in a matter of seconds.
Wrapping up
In conclusion, effective email subject lines play a crucial role in capturing the attention of students and conveying the purpose of the message. Whether it's seeking clarification, requesting materials, or sharing important news, crafting clear and concise subject lines ensures that your emails are noticed and understood promptly. Remember that subject lines should be informative, conscious, and relevant to the content of the email, spam-free, and short.
We hope that our subject line examples and tips will be a great help in your teaching or educational journey. Keep honing your email writing skills while Stripo helps you with creating your newsletters.
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