Shru947
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On 6/25/2018 at 9:37 AM, AGladd said:
Hi all-- I'm currently working on my application for a Biological and Biomedical Sciences PhD program, and was wondering...What are the best resources for getting help writing a Statement of Purpose? I've already written my Statement, but am looking for feedback and ways to make it better. Any suggestions would be helpful. (I looked into paid editing services already, but was told that most schools don't allow this, or discourage applicants from using these services.) Thank you for your help.
You should look up Donald Ascher's , Graduate Admission Essays! I found this to be an extremely helpful aid and definitely worth the investment. It helps to go through the book in its entirety and write down as and when needed. I used this as a guide for grad school applications-----7/7 admits in highly ranked universities.
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As a student ( international at that) I had enough concerns and queries keeping me up all night.
A friend recommended a book - Donald Ascher's, Graduate Admission Essays.
This book encompasses every bit of information a student applying to graduate, professional or doctoral programs require.
It furnishes details on what to study and why. By making us question our interests , it helps abate confusion.
A detailed section on financing you education and several links to scholarships have been provided.
Formats and samples of LORs and SOPs make the bulk of the book. You can gain information on how to write your personal statement and make it unique, insightful and power packed! Just make it a point to write down the answers to every question he asks. Also, dont skip chapters .Make notes and go through the book once thoroughly before proceeding for a detailed second read.
Inputs about graduate level examinations amd University selection are also provided in the book.
P.S: This book is definitely worth the investment. I applied to 7 MPH programs and was accepted by all of them. Infact 4 of them were in the top 10 ( including Hopkins at 1). I'm sure there are people who accomplished better without this book, but for those in need of some extra boost, do check out the link above!