Mentioning Previous Visits in Personal Statement When Re-applying

[broadsword530]

I'm reapplying to a school that I interviewed at last year, and I was wondering if it is appropriate to spend a paragraph of my personal statement discussing what I liked about the school and why I was excited to reapply. 

[lovekilledinos]

I wouldn't be overt about it. You're re-applying after all, something drew you back to it! Probably better to focus your efforts on your research and why you fit well in the program, rather than taking time to explain the obvious--which is that you love the program/campus. 

[yash13177]

Hello!

I agree with lovekilledinos! But, if there was something that was really unique about the university I think it wouldn't hurt to talk about it. I think the strongest aspect you could mention is if you met professors while you were there that you maintained contact with and thus have good professional relationships. (I don't mean just "name drop")

[ResilientDreams]

I don't think it would hurt to talk about why you like the program as long as you tie it into why you think you're a good fit for it.