7 dos for a personal statement
- Include examples. Back up any claims you make. For example, you can prove that you're driven by sharing that you balanced a job with school to pay down student loans.
- Be yourself. Be authentic when crafting your personal statement.
- Do your research. Ensure you know what you're getting yourself into.
- Grab their attention. Think of an instance that shaped you and jump right into the story. Keep it short and engaging,
- Remember your audience. Stay professional.
- Address the prompt in your personal statement.
- Revise and proofread
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