The essay is supposed to be a personal statement about my professional/career goals and why I want to attend. How long would you think is sufficient?
I know there's obviously no exact requirement, but I'd like to get an idea of what others think is good, and not too long or too short.
2007-02-25 14:37:35 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
Many programs *do* have a length requirement. Be sure to check the website of each program to which you are applying to be sure.
Having said that, most personal statements for PhD programs run between 2 and 3 pages, double-spaced, 12 point font. For a Master's program, 2 pages should do.
The double spacing is not always required, or even requested, but it's easier on the eyes of the over-40s (like myself) on the admissions committee.
2007-02-25 15:12:09 · answer #1 · answered by X 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I would say between 500-1000 words. I'm applying to graduate school and that length is what I was told was the necessary length for most personal statements.
2007-02-25 14:54:28 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
1-2 pages double spaced
2007-02-25 14:46:19 · answer #3 · answered by MISS KNIGHT 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Write an introduction. Write three or four paragraphs that support that introduction. Write a conclusion to sum it up. How ever long that ends up being, that is how long it should be.
2007-02-25 14:44:36 · answer #4 · answered by Mr. Taco 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋