Top Three Topics you Should not Discuss in your Personal Statement for College

Tuesday, May 12th, 2009

The personal statement for college application provides opportunity for prospective students to introduce themselves in a more personal manner more than just merely based on numerical grades.  Knowing what to write about is very important for an appealing essay “about my self.” This is why knowing the topics to be avoided is also crucial to [...]

Common Mistakes of Poorly Written Personal Statements

Tuesday, December 16th, 2008

If you have done your research on applying to tertiary educational institutions, you probably already know that the personal statement can make or break your application. In many cases, admissions committees make their final decision based on the applicant’s personal statement. The reason schools place so much importance on personal statements is because these show [...]