*Official Personal Statement Guide and Reader List 2011*

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I can read some personal statements! I asked a lot of ppl here to read mine last summer and it was really helpful and I am a successful applicant this year.
 
PM me if youd like some help with your personal statements. ive had help last year as well and just passing along the favor.

accepted class of 2014.
 
I am willing to read and help people out with their personal statements. PM me for my email address. I will read for both grammar and content
 
I used this service last year around this time and it was really helpful. I would like to return the favor.

I can read for both content and grammar. Just PM me and I'm willing to share my PS if you're interested.

Good luck guys! 🙂
 
I would love to help review personal statements. I can probably read a few before May 14 and a lot more thereafter.
 
I edit all my husband's philosophy papers (UUHHHGGG!!), so PS' will be an absolute JOY to read 😉 If you'd like a completely honest response, feel free to PM me with your stuff. I will mostly edit for content.
 
I just sent a few people here PM's requesting reading/reviewing of my PS. I am of course obligated(and do wish to) do the same. Send me a PM and I will have no problem giving you pointers.
 
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Hi Readers,

Anyone have time to read and respond regarding a PS in the next few days? I PMed a few people last week and haven't heard much back. I'm leaving the country Thursday and would like to have a fairly solid statement by then... any help would be welcome!
 
Actually Adventuring, you posted to profiles, you didn't PM. At least that is what you did to me.

Can the maintainer of the list please be kind enough to move me to inactive? I thought I was being nice by saying I would continue to read/edit non-trad only, but the trad age applicants are not only continuing to bombard me (some of which aren't even asking me before they send it), but are giving me an attitude when I tell them I am ONLY reading NON-TRAD. They aren't just asking for advice, but one actually cursed at me!
 
Please take me off the list for now. My life is getting increasing complex as summer draws nearer.... THANKS!
 
Hi! I'm in the process of a long move and need to get to the inactive list for a while. Thanks!
 
Got everyone, thanks.

Writers: I think this goes without saying, and I'm sure most of you are aware of this, but the readers are volunteering their time. If you are rude to them I guarantee they will drop off the list like flies.
 
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Hello- I just finished an extremely successful cycle and I'm willing to help read others personal statements. I will be checking for main ideas only, not grammar.

If you had specific questions feel free to ask me if they regard themes or writing style or what not 🙂
 
I can help out some people (especially w/ grammar and flow)...not so much content. I'm a double major in bio/english. PM for e-mail.
 
Hey JJ
I'd love to give my 2 cents and help out applying students. I applied this past cycle & got interviews and acceptances at multiple schools. 👍
 
Ummm... ok, yet another person contacted me even though I asked to be removed and gave me grief because I said I wasn't interested. (And they even said they knew I asked to be removed!)

Can you please remove me from the active readers list? I am still listed as being there, but I am also listed as being on the inactive list too.
 
Hi JJMrK,
My schedule is changing for the summer now that the spring semester is over so could you please take me off the readers list? Thank you. People I've already read for are still welcome to send me updated drafts though.
 
I was a PS reader a few summers ago before I started med school and now am a 2nd year and have some time this summer to help out. Please put me on the list as well.

I am an English/Finance major and have served on admissions committees for my undergrad institution and have done some work for the PCOM committee as well. As a reader/editor, I have the following approach:

- I look for overall content, structure, and grammar
- I look to see if you have answered the question appropriately and what your "personal story" is
- Finally, I make sure that the statement is fluid and reads like a true narrative instead of being choppy and disorganized

I would prefer if you would PM me if you would like your PS read and then I'll send you my personal email addy. Please send it to me in a word doc and I will do a track changes version of the edits. I am happy to read secondaries as well or give you overall advice about the process.

Good luck 🙂
 
I'd be willing to read some PSs. PM me and I'll give you my email. Please send as an attachment - just easier to read that way!

Credentials: Only thing I can think of is that I'm a successful applicant from last year. I like to write and consider myself a good writer. Good luck everyone!
 
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Honestly, you say it's updated but I think someone should go through the list and remove everyone who hasn't been online this month.
 
I can read a few! Have had help from some people so I would love to pay it forward. I have helped a bunch of friends out and was a strong writer throughout college. I'm no grammar nazi, and would read more for content and overall picture.
 
Hey can you remove me from the list for a while... Between work and PSes, I'm swamped as well.

Thanks!
 
I'm being flooded. I WILL READ for SDN members. If you have 0 posts and a join date of less than a week ago, I am going to say no thanks.:luck:
 
PLEASE no more PS requests... I have wayyy too much on my plate now.

Please take me off the list. Thx
 
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I've been a long-time lurker at SDN and it has helped me a lot! I would love to read any PS you guys may have. Also, please don't get angry when I am honest 😛
 
I just wanted to know is the list extremely updated because I needed assistance with my personal statement and I want to make sure I am contacting the right people. Sorry if I contact you and you wanted to be remove from the list or wanted to be inactive
 
Please remove me from my list, I have a few piled up that I'd like to finish and then my schedule will get very busy 🙂
Thanks!
 
I am looking for someone HARSH
someone BRUTALLY HONEST to read my PS.
I don't want things like "it's good, expand the second paragraph a littl"
I want HARSH comments. say it sucks. say its terrible.
If you are worried that you will hurt my feelings, then you will not be able to help me.
if anyone wants to read mine, I can send it to your email.
 
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