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Aeman
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Abbottabad, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan
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What should I keep in mind while writing my personal statement?
I've got a pretty impressive story and how did i managed to study the way i did and got 91% but i dont know how to write about myself without sounding too emotional or sympathetic and the creative writing part cuz my major was computer science i am not a good writer.. Please help me get through this and write an impressive personal statement. Because i really cant afford anything like consultants and helpers.
My only dream is to study at a prestigious university on a scholarship and to study is my only passion. But my financial situation is not letting me reach my goal. And i really dont know what to do!
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Karen Kitchel
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One thing to keep in mind is that you don't always need to pay for good advice. Think about all the successful people you know. This could include your parents, relatives, neighbors or friends' parents, etc. Explain what you want to emphasize in your statement and ask for their suggestions, especially on how to get started. Note all of their suggestions and then draft your statement. Take your draft back to those who seemed to be most interested in helping and continue to re-write it until you feel confident about it.
With every good wish and many blessings!
With every good wish and many blessings!
I appreciate your support, Karen
Aeman
Wong Loke Yuen
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Hi Aeman. The first thing to remember is that a personal statement should be honest and focused. You do not need to make the reader feel sympathy. Instead of trying to sound emotional, you can talk about what challenges you faced and what you did to overcome them. Admissions officers are impressed by your strength, discipline, and the way you kept going even when life was hard.
When writing your story, you can explain your past, your actions, and your results in a simple, clear way. For example, you can talk about your financial situation without going into too much emotion. You can say that you faced difficulties at home but stayed focused on your studies. Then explain how you worked hard, managed your time, stayed motivated, and achieved 91%. This shows your character, your effort and commitment.
After sharing your background, you can talk about why studying is important to you. Explain why you love learning, why education motivates you, and what your long-term goals are. Since you want to study at a prestigious university on a scholarship, explain how this opportunity will help you grow.
You can explain that money has been a barrier for you, but you have never let it stop your dreams. This shows determination, not desperation. Universities appreciate students who stay strong even in difficult conditions.
Wishing you all the best.
When writing your story, you can explain your past, your actions, and your results in a simple, clear way. For example, you can talk about your financial situation without going into too much emotion. You can say that you faced difficulties at home but stayed focused on your studies. Then explain how you worked hard, managed your time, stayed motivated, and achieved 91%. This shows your character, your effort and commitment.
After sharing your background, you can talk about why studying is important to you. Explain why you love learning, why education motivates you, and what your long-term goals are. Since you want to study at a prestigious university on a scholarship, explain how this opportunity will help you grow.
You can explain that money has been a barrier for you, but you have never let it stop your dreams. This shows determination, not desperation. Universities appreciate students who stay strong even in difficult conditions.
Wishing you all the best.