Personal Statement Question

[STIFF]

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I have my outline of my personal statement ready, but I was wondering whether I should mention that English is not my first language. I escaped from my original country 8 years ago due to persecution by dictator-president, and received asylum here in US. Or is this information irrelevant. Thanks.

 

[undecisiveone1]

Briefly mention it if it helps explain one of the flaws in your application. But only briefly mention, don't dwell on it.....
Focus on your strengths 🙂

 

[Xtermination]

I have my outline of my personal statement ready, but I was wondering whether I should mention that English is not my first language. I escaped from my original country 8 years ago due to persecution by dictator-president, and received asylum here in US. Or is this information irrelevant. Thanks.

Unless it is related and somehow enhance your statement then I'd avoid writing about it.

 

[dejablue10]

Definitely mention it. Your personal statement is just that... What you went through is a big part of you. I wouldn't write too much about it, but definitely mention it. If anything, it'll give you a little something that makes your story unique.