The medical school personal statement is one of the most important parts of your application. Schools use the personal statement to differentiate applicants with similar “stats.” Many students agonize over their personal statements and for good reason; your personal statement statement can make or break your chances of admission. An admissions officer who is unsure about your qualifications can be highly impressed or disappointed by the quality and content of your personal statement.
We have put together a short guide with the basic “Dos” and “Donts” of the medical school personal statement, along with other tips and examples. Get a free copy of our 20 slide presentation filled with the essential steps for writing an excellent medical school personal statement by signing up below.
Our free PDF guide includes help tips such as:
- What makes a great medical school personal statement
- Common mistakes to avoid that will get your application rejected
- Examples of great introductions
- What to think about before you start writing
- Many more tips that will help you write a great essay
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If you need more help, the MedSchoolCoach Team can help you develop a great essay. Our services help shape your personal statement into something that will stand out to medical school admissions committees. Our advisors go far beyond basic grammar with our edits (which is what many services provide); we dig deep into the content of your personal statement so that your writing makes you shine. Your essay will be vetted by an actual physician who understand not only what medical schools look for, but also what medicine in the 21st century involves.
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