Risky PS?

[gatorgrl7]

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Hey guys, new to the forum, but enjoying reading what's already been posted! Gotta question on the PS - working on yet another version of it and can't seem to decide what's best. I have one, the pretty much standard, blah blah, this is me and what/why/etc PS and then I have another, more risky (?) one. I tried to make it more interesting - the intro is a dream and the dream leads into the more personal stuff. This one's easier to read, but maybe doesn't reveal as much about my character. It does, however, leave more for a potential interviewer to ask me about, and I haven't left anything out in the rest of the application. Any input/people experiencing similar problems? Thanks!

 

[hardyharhar]

hi gatorgirl,

well, it sounds like you're not that happy with either version. since you still have a little time before AMCAS starts accepting submissions, maybe you can work on finding a middle ground incorporating easy-to-read style and solid grounding in activities and accomplishments?

 

[Grumpy Bear]

Yeah I would definitely work on incorporating the best of both versions. Take the more vivid and interesting style of the first one and see if you can use it to tell a story that says something important about why you want to go to medical school, and why they should accept you. It's important that your PS have some life to it, but it is equally essential that it have real content, and sends a clear message. If you want to PM me with more specifics, I'll try to be of more help. 🙂