Concern about PS

[Kef318]

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I've written the first draft of my PS. I worked long and hard on it and thought it was pretty strong and creative. I met with my pre-health advisor (I attend Pitt) who basically said it should be more straightforward. I wrote the whole letter "To My Future Patients", and drafted it as if I was speaking directly to them. I addressed all the "why dentistry" questions/qualifications, etc., but in the form of a letter to them. She suggested I change the format, since admission committees were not my "future patients."

I since re-created the letter and am meeting with her on Monday. I know how critical your PS is, and am just concerned that without something catchy and creative, it's going to get buried in a pile somewhere.

I want to trust her judgement, but am concerned.

 

[Papasmurf1234]

Forget catchy and creative. Be yourself and be upfront without all the fluff. Your advisor is right...don't address it to "To My Future Patients". It comes off weird. Address it to the adcoms and explain to them what it is about you that will make you a great dentist. If you want someone to proof read and give an honest feedback i'd be glad to.

 

[Kef318]

Thank you! I just might take you up on your offer.