statement of purpose

Hi everyone! I am offering my services reviewing and providing feedback on essays and other application materials (e.g., CV/resume, diversity statement, etc.). I have been reviewing and editing application materials for Master’s and PhD programs for over a year and additionally have experience...

Hi everyone! I am offering my services reviewing and providing feedback on essays and other application materials (e.g., CV/resume, diversity statement, etc.). I have been reviewing and editing application materials for Master’s and PhD programs for over a year and additionally have experience...

I'm currently working on clinical psych PhD applications. After my undergrad degree in health psych, I spent a couple years preparing to apply for Physician Assistant programs before I redirected to psych. During this time, I took and failed an online microbiology course. I'm torn on addressing...

Hello, I am applying currently applying to MHA programs this cycle. I finished my SOP but I feel like it could be much better. If there is anyone out there who would at least give it a read and tell me what I should fix, that would amazing. I would even pay to get help. So if anyone is so kind...

I have a simple question really. I am writing my statement of purpose right now and I was wondering if I should mention the specific school I’m applying to in the SOP. For example I want to say “.....I seek admission in _____________ graduate program....” the blank being the specific school...

I'm drafting my statement of purpose to apply to the DDS program. Have served as a combat medic in Army for 4 yrs, and graduated from dental college in India. Currently working as a dental assistant. I'm having a hard time figuring out what relevant medic experience should I mention which will...

You’re applying to six different schools and each one requires 2-7 essays/personal statements which equals…a whole lot of writing. PROBLEM: How can you draft so many essays and still maintain a fresh and original voice in each? SOLUTION: Adapt one essay from one application to another essay on...

What is the diversity question in a school application, and more importantly, why does it matter when applying to leading programs and universities? Many applications now include a question – sometimes optional – that encourages applicants with minority backgrounds, unusual education...

In my previous post, I discussed the importance of maintaining an appropriate tone in your admissions essay, and provided tips for checking your tone, specifically for finding a confident tone and avoiding arrogance. Once again, “tone” refers to a writer’s attitude toward their subject (and...

I have a question on whether it would be wise or not to mention my struggle with substance abuse on my application/ letter of intent. I believe it may be beneficial, however others have advised me against it (None of which are pre-med students or advisors). There are many factors involved in...

In our How to Write Exemplary Application Essays blog series, you’ll learn how to create outstanding essays by analyzing sample successful application essays. All effective essays have a distinctive voice and theme. Referring back to the essays we looked at in the first post in this series, we...

Is it still a thing to read/give feedback/edit applicants SOP? If anyone has extra time on their hands (I'm not hopeful), I can totally send you mine :) If you're a current applicant, I'd be happy to read/give feedback/edit yours as well.

Hi guys! I have a discount for editing of a personal statement - SOPW20 at How to make your SoP for PhD application shine. Though I'd share it with you and it will be helpful for you ass well! Best of luck! ;)

Would anyone be willing to receive my statement of purpose and give me potential feedback? Seeing as it's one of the most critical parts of my application, I would love to know if I'm on the right track and to adjust specific aspects. Any feedback would be welcome.

Every year gaining admission into the school of your choice (med, dental, pharm, etc) is getting harder so you need to go the extra step in order to make your application "pop" and stand out. Admissions committees read thousands of essays from very competitive applicants every year so it's very...

In my previous post, I discussed the importance of maintaining an appropriate tone in your admissions essay, and provided tips for checking your tone, specifically for finding a confident tone and avoiding arrogance. Once again, “tone” refers to a writer’s attitude toward their subject (and...

my SOP is in it's second draft and I desperately need help! I'm turning it in Friday!

My personal statement is 2 pages and I am mailing it in. I was wondering should I put a header and what should it look like? Page numbers so they don't lose my statement? Here's a picture of the formatting I have so far: http://oi63.tinypic.com/2ut6zyb.jpg Thanks.

Every year gaining admission into the school of your choice (med, dental, pharm, etc) is getting harder so you need to go the extra step in order to make your application "pop" and stand out. Admissions committees read thousands of essays from very competitive applicants every year so it's very...