PTCAS Essay question

[Flexion500]

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Is it acceptable to use abbreviations in the essay? (i.e. PT student)

 

[drs17]

Is it acceptable to use abbreviations in the essay? (i.e. PT student)

I didn't use abbreviations, because I feel like the essay should be as formal and professional as possible.

 

[ThatKidKate]

I didn't use abbreviations, because I feel like the essay should be as formal and professional as possible.

Agreed. Formal essays shouldn't have abbreviations.

 

[Dj2PT]

i spelled out the word and put the abbreviations in parenthesis so i may use the abbreviations later.

 

[ttu_kin]

i spelled out the word and put the abbreviations in parenthesis so i may use the abbreviations later.

I did this as well (like for DPT) to save space later on in the essay.

 

[kato3]

i spelled out the word and put the abbreviations in parenthesis so i may use the abbreviations later.

Yes! 4500 characters may seem like a lot, but I realized last year that it quickly gets used up. Every single word is precious when trying to convey your thoughts.

 

[Smash Atoms]

If you have space, use the word.
If not, use the abbreviations. I am pretty sure the admissions committee understands what PT or DPT mean and are likely more concerned with the general content of the essay.