Personal Statement 500 words

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With the statement, you are representing your best self: your academic background; your work experience; a narrative of your past, present, and future interests; and your personal commitment to the program or organization at in question. The statement needs to demonstrate that you are well-informed about the program and that your background and interests match well with the program’s mission

  • When, how, and why did you become interested in this area of study or work?
    Be specific! Here, you want to distinguish yourself. You want to demonstrate how well you know your interests.
  • Why are you interested in this particular program or organization?
    • What you hope to gain
      Tailor your statement to your readers and be prepared to name specific features about the program or organization including people, courses, or available resources. How will this specific program help you further your personal or professional goals?
    • What you have to offer
      Consider how your knowledge and experience makes you a valuable addition to the program.
  • What makes you an exceptional and ideal candidate? Describe specific experiences that set you apart from other applicants. Detail recent and pertinent examples; unless you have a very good reason, do not include high school experiences. Here are a few possible topics to discuss if relevant:
    • Coursework
    • Community Service and Other Extracurricular Activities
    • Leadership Positions
    • Internship and Work Experiences
  • What are your accomplishments, particularly ones that make you stand out as a successful candidate? Elaborate on major accomplishments mentioned briefly in other parts of the application and/or take this opportunity to write about accomplishments not yet mentioned. Describe accomplishments that best illustrate your strengths.
  • Have you had any profound experiences or obstacles that affect your application? Only mention controversial topics if they are critical to your application.
  • What are some of your goals or future plans going into this area of study or work? Show that you have a sense of direction and purpose by giving your reader an idea of your long-term goals and how acceptance into the program or organization to which you are applying will help you accomplish them.

My Background:

-I have a degree in Information Technology

-I have worked in Healthcare as a nursing assistant for about 8 years in total.worked in hospitals for 3 years, nursing homes 2 years, 1 year in a group home and 1 year in a school institution working with disabled kids. Currently working in a school with disabled kids as a teacher assistant.

I am applying for a master program in Public health practice at Umass armherst. Please ask me more questions if u have so as to get more details if need be.