gradschoolnewbie Posted November 22, 2009 Share Posted November 22, 2009 I am currently in the thick of drafting an SOP for my first-choice school for my masters program. After researching the different schools and their programs, I am convinced that this particular school and the program it offers are the best fit for my academic and professional goals (don't we all feel this way about our first-choice schools?). In this case, is it appropriate to use superlatives or other strong language to hint at the fit between myself and the school (e.g., "pursuing an MA at X University is essential in achieving my goals in life")? Or should I take out the strong language and hope that the Admissions Committee sees the fit, too? Is there a middle ground? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rising_star Posted November 22, 2009 Share Posted November 22, 2009 I wouldn't use "essential" but there's definitely a middle ground you can find.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shai Posted November 22, 2009 Share Posted November 22, 2009 Is it really essential ? If i was in an admission comittee I would want to see the exact opposite - an applicant who is so sure of his/her goals that they would pursue them no matter what school they are admitted to Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
socme123 Posted November 24, 2009 Share Posted November 24, 2009 "Ideal" might work. As in, the program is an ideal fit for X and Y reasons. Don't use "essential" - makes you sound too desperate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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