Personal Statement - YDS application

[Tahuds]

This is my first and hopefully last application season, and I'm freaking out about the personal statement portion of YDS's application for the MAR. I currently attend a small liberal arts college in NE Georgia and while I'm of a minority religious tradition here (Jewish) I don't think that's going to be much of a advantage as I try and gain entry to a divinity school. I have no idea what to say for my introduction, so can anyone give me some pointers?

[ddsdevil]

What school in NE GA? I went to Emmanuel College.

And to answer your question I really have no idea. I'm sure highlighting that you are Jewish will be a plus at a school like Yale. Good luck!

[LateAntique]

This is my first and hopefully last application season, and I'm freaking out about the personal statement portion of YDS's application for the MAR. I currently attend a small liberal arts college in NE Georgia and while I'm of a minority religious tradition here (Jewish) I don't think that's going to be much of a advantage as I try and gain entry to a divinity school. I have no idea what to say for my introduction, so can anyone give me some pointers?

This isn't meant to sound mean, but I would suggest searching the forum and reading the countless bits of advice that people have already written. If you have specific questions thereafter, we may be able to help you a little more efficiently.

[Postbib Yeshuist]

And yes, your Jewishness will "help." Diversity is key in programs like this, so applicants are screened for what backgrounds they can bring (along with many other factors).