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wildcatj - I mostly look at content and flow, though I will point out any major grammar stuff, etc. (I think) I have a tendency to rip things apart to start which can be a little rough if you're sensitive about your writing. But, I've had a few people come back to me with future edits and then ended up with really awesome PS's in the end so I can't be too mean. I'm available whenever, I'll let you know if I can get to it right away or if it'll be a while.
kakurubird - Will look at grammar, content, flow, whatever you'd prefer I focus on. I tend to write leading comments and suggestions more than make changes, but I try not to be too mean. Willing to read things between now and end of July, but June/July will be quickest responses. Until June, it may be a while, but I'll try to let you know.
dovelover - I'm good with content/flow. If you need advice on content/ideas even before writing your PS, with a very rough draft, or just need help getting started, definitely hit me up. If looking for content advice, it's helpful if you can provide additional information about your experiences/life beyond what's in your PS so I have a frame of reference for it. Will look at grammar too, but there are probably others who are more qualified for that than I. I definitely am not the one to help with length issues. I'm available whenever right now, I'll update if that changes.
kaydubs - I'm good with content, grammar/spelling, flow. Just let me know where you'd want me to focus. I prefer word docs so I can edit things. Feel free to PM me so I can send you my email! I'm pretty comfortable doing it whenever. I'll be pretty free this summer minus AQUAVET and I'm fine editing through to app cycle in October
macita183 - I'd be happy to take a look. I'm good with grammar, spelling, word choice, and over all flow. I'm available whenever. You can PM if you would like me to take a look
WolvesDragon55- Very happy to read over things. While this is my first year writing one (so I will probably be asking some of ^these people to help me), I am more than willing to give my opinion. I am an English minor so I like to think I'm fairly decent with grammar, word choice, flow, and persuasion. PM me, and I'll shoot you my email. I'm always around.
Frozenshades - I can get particular over spelling and grammar, and I can offer opinion on syntax and overall quality of the writing. General suggestions about the content can be made, or specifics if you ask. Available anytime, but definitely expect slower results while class is still in session; I'm pretty busy. Faster replies over summer. PM me anytime.
Tropictuco - I'm good at overall ideas and themes and can help with the development of an essay. My best work is probably with paragraph and sentence structure. I have quite a lot of time until August (hopefully!!!) and can probably get your essay back in a few days.
BlackDog17 - I can help with grammar, spelling, flow, and the general "feel" of your PS. And I can help you mercilessly cut out words if it's too long. I should be able to read anytime during the application cycle, you'll just have to give me a little extra time in August-October once I've started classes
ThePiedPiper - I can help with the basic mechanics (grammar, structure, spelling, flow) but I can also help by giving you my impression. If something sounds too cliche or if something stands out in any awkward fashion, I will be more than likely to point it out. I'm not too mean and tend to point out the strong points in addition to where something could use a little work, but I don't tend to be much of an ideas person. I'll ask any questions that occur to me, provide guidance if I see a direction you could go in, point out where something might be better off expanded, etc. but I won't write your PS for you or brainstorm what your PS should be about. I can also help if you have anything specific in mind, to the best of my ability, and I'm available pretty much whenever. Shoot me a PM on here and we'll work something out.
BraccoPointer: I'm happy to focus on whatever you'd like, from big ideas to grammar, etc. I'm very nit-picky about wording and grammar, and can provide a little "tough love" if needed. Available just about any time, just PM me.
Skysong13: So I'm not necessarily a grammar person, though I can get the basics. Come to me for help if you see something and you feel like there could be another way to say it better. Or if you feel like it's getting a little bland, i'm good with adding emotional without "fluff" as most readers would call it. My ps had lots of emotion and my interviewers commented on how they could see my excitement/love for my previous jobs and felt like I was actually there telling them my life story through my ps. I will be the devil's advocate! I will give you lots of "food for thought" type advice such as what if you said it like this or is this really important? tell me why here make me want to know more. I also have people that edited my ps that I may talk to about it as well, one being a human doctor that helped me a lot when it came to the well-being/welfare/animal rights type stuff and who also just is really good at seeing other ways of writing. I will do my best to give lots of ideas/comments, and feel free to pick which you like which you don't. But I spend so much time on one, that I may be a little slow to getting it back to you, so don't send me one 2 weeks before the deadline and expect me to get it back in the next couple days. I won't be doing much in the summer so I should be able to get it back sooner.
annopia: i'm best with grammer, word choice, and flow. i'll be available until school starts in the fall except for later may/most of june (getting married)
Horses925: Also my first time offering to review, but I feel incredibly fortunate to have had multiple offers on my first admissions cycle and feel like this would be a great way to pay it forward and help out the next round of veterinary hopefuls. Happy to help whatever way I can. My interest was in combined programs (DVM, Ph.D) and I currently have one offer for that...whatever small role my personal statement played in that, I'd be happy to help anyone else in a similar situation. Even if your interest involves zero research - I'd be happy to look at drafts/help brainstorm ideas. Feel free to PM me and I can provide my email address so we can get started!
trackgirl12: This is my first time as well but I'm really happy to help! I'm pretty good with grammar, structure, and flow or whatever else you need help with. I'm also good at organization and trimming things out to fit the character limit. I'll be pretty much be available anytime until classes start in August but I may be a little slower to respond until this semester is over.
equineconstant: I am really good at grammar, but I will generally talk to you about big picture stuff first. I rock at organization and coherence; I love pulling out the connections to make things flow together more and make sense. I'm also very experienced reading other people's papers and talking about them, and I've been told I have a "direct" style with it.
zanydogz - I'm really good with flow and grammar and can also help with brainstorming ideas. I'll definitely be available more so in the summer and up to when school starts again
hygebeorht - Professional editing is my bread and butter, and I specialize in application essays and grant writing. People whose essays I have edited have been accepted at Harvard Law and Harvard Med., not to mention many other professional schools (Utah, Colorado, Virginia) and a number of undergraduate institutions. Essays I have edited have also won their writers scholarships and grants. I have an MA in English, and I have worked for years as an editor, ghostwriter, proofreader, and writing coach. I work with essay-writers to brainstorm and craft an essay that is in their voice and is completely their work. I myself have been admitted to 6/7 of the schools I applied to this year, and I think a great PS can really help an application resonate. I am willing to take a quick look at essays sent my way by forum members, but my turnaround may be slowish, and you'll understand if I can't really invest the kind of time and attention I give to the clients who pay my bills. However, if you are interested in my professional services, which include proofreading the VMCAS and secondaries, we can connect outside the forum. PM me for contact info if you're interested in my services or if you have an essay you just want a quick glance at. (I'm doing my best to adhere to TOS here...I just can't work for free since this exact service helps pay my bills.)
loxodonta51: I can provide help in ensuring that your statement flows as a coherent argument for your admission. I am somewhat of a stickler for grammar, so I can help you with that as well! I am finished with classes, so I can respond pretty quickly until I start vet school this August.
adams30: I am good with syntax and sentence flow / wording. I can make sure that your statement flows and is coherent. I can help with some inspiration and ideas if you need help. I will be gone in July so you would have to catch me earlier in the summer.
CloudlessNights: I can really help with grammar and wording, both of which are my strong suits. In addition, I can help with ideas and general flow. I'm available throughout the summer until August (when I may/may not be going to vet school--on three waitlists).
wildowl: I'm good with flow, grammar, and transitions. I'll probably be able to help until school starts in the fall, although May and June will be busy for me being that I'll be writing my thesis. PM me and let me know if you need me to focus on something in particular, I am happy to help.
shannon1414: grammar, flow, organization, and anything that you want me to keep in mind when reading. I am available until the beginning of July.
Suomi: I was a copy editor of my college newspaper, so I'm picky about grammar, general organization and flow. I tend to focus most on the beginning paragraph of a paper as well. I think it sets the tone for the rest of the PS. I'm more than happy to help up until about September or so. I graduated last year, so I have more spare time than I know what to do with and would be able to read and edit relatively quickly. I do prefer documents in MS word. Feel free to PM me if you have questions or need help in any way!
Kpowell: The big picture, content, and flow are what I'm best at. I'm super busy so It might take me a little bit to get back with you, but I'd love to anyone !!
Maschka1: I cant guarantee to catch all your spelling or grammatical errors (although I can pick out some). I would be happy to look at content and tell you if the overall flow and tone are working for me. Also willing to help you brainstorm better topics and such. This last app cycle I re-wrote my PS 59 times, so I know how stressful it can be! I will be avalible after June 1st until August when classes start.
allykd: This is my first year applying and I will definitely be hitting up some of the above people for advice, but I have an English minor (not that that really means much...) and am totally willing to read/edit statements for whoever. I'm decent at grammar/flow/structure/organization.
HopefulAg: I'm gonna jump back on board with this this year. I didn't do a real great job of it last year because I was in Germany and Spain for several months, but should be able to help a bit this time around dependent on what rotation I'm on (if it's Neuro, forget it) at the time. I can edit for grammar, spelling, content, whatever you want done.
DVMD: Adding my name here, but a fair warning I might not be able to review many personal statements this year. I will let you know if I get too busy and can't get to yours though. I am going to be busy doing some EMS work over the summer, but should have an occasional break. I will definitely have some time in early June and after about mid-August. I can review content, grammar, spelling, flow, etc. I will be honest about what I think so have some thick skin.
kakurubird - Will look at grammar, content, flow, whatever you'd prefer I focus on. I tend to write leading comments and suggestions more than make changes, but I try not to be too mean. Willing to read things between now and end of July, but June/July will be quickest responses. Until June, it may be a while, but I'll try to let you know.
dovelover - I'm good with content/flow. If you need advice on content/ideas even before writing your PS, with a very rough draft, or just need help getting started, definitely hit me up. If looking for content advice, it's helpful if you can provide additional information about your experiences/life beyond what's in your PS so I have a frame of reference for it. Will look at grammar too, but there are probably others who are more qualified for that than I. I definitely am not the one to help with length issues. I'm available whenever right now, I'll update if that changes.
kaydubs - I'm good with content, grammar/spelling, flow. Just let me know where you'd want me to focus. I prefer word docs so I can edit things. Feel free to PM me so I can send you my email! I'm pretty comfortable doing it whenever. I'll be pretty free this summer minus AQUAVET and I'm fine editing through to app cycle in October
macita183 - I'd be happy to take a look. I'm good with grammar, spelling, word choice, and over all flow. I'm available whenever. You can PM if you would like me to take a look
WolvesDragon55- Very happy to read over things. While this is my first year writing one (so I will probably be asking some of ^these people to help me), I am more than willing to give my opinion. I am an English minor so I like to think I'm fairly decent with grammar, word choice, flow, and persuasion. PM me, and I'll shoot you my email. I'm always around.
Frozenshades - I can get particular over spelling and grammar, and I can offer opinion on syntax and overall quality of the writing. General suggestions about the content can be made, or specifics if you ask. Available anytime, but definitely expect slower results while class is still in session; I'm pretty busy. Faster replies over summer. PM me anytime.
Tropictuco - I'm good at overall ideas and themes and can help with the development of an essay. My best work is probably with paragraph and sentence structure. I have quite a lot of time until August (hopefully!!!) and can probably get your essay back in a few days.
BlackDog17 - I can help with grammar, spelling, flow, and the general "feel" of your PS. And I can help you mercilessly cut out words if it's too long. I should be able to read anytime during the application cycle, you'll just have to give me a little extra time in August-October once I've started classes
ThePiedPiper - I can help with the basic mechanics (grammar, structure, spelling, flow) but I can also help by giving you my impression. If something sounds too cliche or if something stands out in any awkward fashion, I will be more than likely to point it out. I'm not too mean and tend to point out the strong points in addition to where something could use a little work, but I don't tend to be much of an ideas person. I'll ask any questions that occur to me, provide guidance if I see a direction you could go in, point out where something might be better off expanded, etc. but I won't write your PS for you or brainstorm what your PS should be about. I can also help if you have anything specific in mind, to the best of my ability, and I'm available pretty much whenever. Shoot me a PM on here and we'll work something out.
BraccoPointer: I'm happy to focus on whatever you'd like, from big ideas to grammar, etc. I'm very nit-picky about wording and grammar, and can provide a little "tough love" if needed. Available just about any time, just PM me.
Skysong13: So I'm not necessarily a grammar person, though I can get the basics. Come to me for help if you see something and you feel like there could be another way to say it better. Or if you feel like it's getting a little bland, i'm good with adding emotional without "fluff" as most readers would call it. My ps had lots of emotion and my interviewers commented on how they could see my excitement/love for my previous jobs and felt like I was actually there telling them my life story through my ps. I will be the devil's advocate! I will give you lots of "food for thought" type advice such as what if you said it like this or is this really important? tell me why here make me want to know more. I also have people that edited my ps that I may talk to about it as well, one being a human doctor that helped me a lot when it came to the well-being/welfare/animal rights type stuff and who also just is really good at seeing other ways of writing. I will do my best to give lots of ideas/comments, and feel free to pick which you like which you don't. But I spend so much time on one, that I may be a little slow to getting it back to you, so don't send me one 2 weeks before the deadline and expect me to get it back in the next couple days. I won't be doing much in the summer so I should be able to get it back sooner.
annopia: i'm best with grammer, word choice, and flow. i'll be available until school starts in the fall except for later may/most of june (getting married)
Horses925: Also my first time offering to review, but I feel incredibly fortunate to have had multiple offers on my first admissions cycle and feel like this would be a great way to pay it forward and help out the next round of veterinary hopefuls. Happy to help whatever way I can. My interest was in combined programs (DVM, Ph.D) and I currently have one offer for that...whatever small role my personal statement played in that, I'd be happy to help anyone else in a similar situation. Even if your interest involves zero research - I'd be happy to look at drafts/help brainstorm ideas. Feel free to PM me and I can provide my email address so we can get started!
trackgirl12: This is my first time as well but I'm really happy to help! I'm pretty good with grammar, structure, and flow or whatever else you need help with. I'm also good at organization and trimming things out to fit the character limit. I'll be pretty much be available anytime until classes start in August but I may be a little slower to respond until this semester is over.
equineconstant: I am really good at grammar, but I will generally talk to you about big picture stuff first. I rock at organization and coherence; I love pulling out the connections to make things flow together more and make sense. I'm also very experienced reading other people's papers and talking about them, and I've been told I have a "direct" style with it.
zanydogz - I'm really good with flow and grammar and can also help with brainstorming ideas. I'll definitely be available more so in the summer and up to when school starts again
hygebeorht - Professional editing is my bread and butter, and I specialize in application essays and grant writing. People whose essays I have edited have been accepted at Harvard Law and Harvard Med., not to mention many other professional schools (Utah, Colorado, Virginia) and a number of undergraduate institutions. Essays I have edited have also won their writers scholarships and grants. I have an MA in English, and I have worked for years as an editor, ghostwriter, proofreader, and writing coach. I work with essay-writers to brainstorm and craft an essay that is in their voice and is completely their work. I myself have been admitted to 6/7 of the schools I applied to this year, and I think a great PS can really help an application resonate. I am willing to take a quick look at essays sent my way by forum members, but my turnaround may be slowish, and you'll understand if I can't really invest the kind of time and attention I give to the clients who pay my bills. However, if you are interested in my professional services, which include proofreading the VMCAS and secondaries, we can connect outside the forum. PM me for contact info if you're interested in my services or if you have an essay you just want a quick glance at. (I'm doing my best to adhere to TOS here...I just can't work for free since this exact service helps pay my bills.)
loxodonta51: I can provide help in ensuring that your statement flows as a coherent argument for your admission. I am somewhat of a stickler for grammar, so I can help you with that as well! I am finished with classes, so I can respond pretty quickly until I start vet school this August.
adams30: I am good with syntax and sentence flow / wording. I can make sure that your statement flows and is coherent. I can help with some inspiration and ideas if you need help. I will be gone in July so you would have to catch me earlier in the summer.
CloudlessNights: I can really help with grammar and wording, both of which are my strong suits. In addition, I can help with ideas and general flow. I'm available throughout the summer until August (when I may/may not be going to vet school--on three waitlists).
wildowl: I'm good with flow, grammar, and transitions. I'll probably be able to help until school starts in the fall, although May and June will be busy for me being that I'll be writing my thesis. PM me and let me know if you need me to focus on something in particular, I am happy to help.
shannon1414: grammar, flow, organization, and anything that you want me to keep in mind when reading. I am available until the beginning of July.
Suomi: I was a copy editor of my college newspaper, so I'm picky about grammar, general organization and flow. I tend to focus most on the beginning paragraph of a paper as well. I think it sets the tone for the rest of the PS. I'm more than happy to help up until about September or so. I graduated last year, so I have more spare time than I know what to do with and would be able to read and edit relatively quickly. I do prefer documents in MS word. Feel free to PM me if you have questions or need help in any way!
Kpowell: The big picture, content, and flow are what I'm best at. I'm super busy so It might take me a little bit to get back with you, but I'd love to anyone !!
Maschka1: I cant guarantee to catch all your spelling or grammatical errors (although I can pick out some). I would be happy to look at content and tell you if the overall flow and tone are working for me. Also willing to help you brainstorm better topics and such. This last app cycle I re-wrote my PS 59 times, so I know how stressful it can be! I will be avalible after June 1st until August when classes start.
allykd: This is my first year applying and I will definitely be hitting up some of the above people for advice, but I have an English minor (not that that really means much...) and am totally willing to read/edit statements for whoever. I'm decent at grammar/flow/structure/organization.
HopefulAg: I'm gonna jump back on board with this this year. I didn't do a real great job of it last year because I was in Germany and Spain for several months, but should be able to help a bit this time around dependent on what rotation I'm on (if it's Neuro, forget it) at the time. I can edit for grammar, spelling, content, whatever you want done.
DVMD: Adding my name here, but a fair warning I might not be able to review many personal statements this year. I will let you know if I get too busy and can't get to yours though. I am going to be busy doing some EMS work over the summer, but should have an occasional break. I will definitely have some time in early June and after about mid-August. I can review content, grammar, spelling, flow, etc. I will be honest about what I think so have some thick skin.
I also consider flow, content, and theme very important components of the PS. To avoid making you take an extra dose of Prozac or Zoloft, I will be rounded in my comments, meaning that I will comment on positives and negatives. If you do send me a PS, include whether you are applying MD, DO, or combined program. I will do my best to respond quickly! 
I will of course read anyone's PS who has already PM'ed me and additional drafts of statements I've already edited.
