describe your academic and professional goals as well as any experience relevant to the program to which you are applying.

Personal statement

The intention of your personal statement is to describe your academic and professional goals as well as any experience relevant to the program to which you are applying. It is an opportunity for you to demonstrate your writing skills as you describe your future plans, expectations, and aspirations.

A personal statement is required of applicants to all graduate programs and should be approximately 1,000-1,500 words, double-spaced.