Writing an
HERE'S HOW TO MAKE YOUR
PERSONAL STATEMENT STAND OUT
BY SARAH E. DOLLARD
12 WINDS OF CHANGE * 2016-2017 SPECIAL COLLEGE ISSUE
ou've refined your academic
resume, claimed victory
over the standardized tests,
received glowing recommendations from your teachers,
and are on track to graduate next
spring. Well done! You're on your way
to attending the college of your dreams.
There's just one thing left to do to
round out the perfect application -
your essay.
Prospective students sometimes
underestimate the importance of the
personal statement, but it has the power
to make or break your college application. It's your opportunity to introduce
and humanize yourself to admissions
officers. An essay that reflects your
passion, enthusiasm, and drive is much
more likely than a lackluster one to tip
the scales in your favor, especially if the
program is highly competitive.
Intimidated? Don't be - we
combed through articles, interviews,
and admissions websites to come up
with the following guide to writing a
stellar statement that is truly personal.
aises.org
ISTOCK (5)
Irresistible
Essay Y
http://www.aises.org
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