Essay writing is a very important tool in graduate school. Well, not just essay, but writing becomes a major part in your routine. With practice, writing skill becomes essential in your post academic career right from the application process it can grant you an advantage over fellow applicants, but only if it is practiced correctly.
Enough with the importance of understanding the importance of writing and lets get down to the procedure of writing an admission essay for admission in PhD. The admission essay is done during the application process and most importantly you will be required to submit the essay together with your application details. In this understanding you will need to choose a study area. You will also be required to write a statement of purpose.
When writing the statement of purpose, the applicant can be confused sometimes or maybe led astray and ultimately get it wrong. Remember, the admissions committee has thousands of documents like yours to go through and unless it has some weight and makes sense then you will not be granted your wish. So when writing a statement of purpose here is what you need to know at the back of your mind;
Introduction, my friend, your opening paragraph should command some attention from the great professors handling your work, begin with something that will allow your readers to keep an open mind that you are the kind of student they want, in fact, you should make them remember your application letter. Let’s give an example, a friend of mine was applying to enter a PhD in nursing and diabetes management in a college and this is the opening paragraph
When I was nine, my grandmother who was then my only guardian after my parents passed from diabetes died from the same monster that killed my parents, I sprang from foster home to another thinking that I could have done something, I choose this study so that I don’t fell helpless anymore. I want to make a difference!
Here, you’ve made known to them that taking this study is your life’s work and dedication that you have, surely they will know who they are dealing with, they will respect you and they will remember you. Make sure you make them understand you.
So, we have learnt that you should start by capturing their attention with a hook, secondly, be brief don’t say too much. Be clear and go straight to the point without beating around the bush. Thirdly be organized in your work. Introduce a little background in your essay, here you have to dig deep and be introspective, truthful and profound. Remember that your statement of purpose should portray you as (1) intelligent; (2) well-prepared academically and personally; (3) be collegial; (4) be able to handle any challenge that comes your way during and after your time at the grad school; (5) be a potential esteemed representative of the grad school during and even in the future career; (6) show that you are passionately interested in the field.
In line with your passion and intelligence be sure to add any other professional skills and publications that you might have had in the past, explain some of the problems you have had in the past, reasons for choosing the specific grad school, some of your personal qualities that may be relevant for the field, some related extra curricular activities that relate to your qualities as an individual. Be sure to use at a minimum of 350 words. But at 500 words the admissions committee will definitely have believed you and ready to say their yes!
Sample Admission Letter for Admission in Foreign University
To,
Administration/ Registrar Office…
University/ Institute Name
Address…
Subject: Admission Letter as a foreign Student
Dear Sir,
I have been informed through internet that your university is providing intensive study program for the students in various fields. Your admission criteria is very easy to follow and fulfill and I really got impressed by that. Your program is known throughout the world as one of the best, and I would like to study at such a renowned institution.
Consequently, the reason for writing this application is to request you for getting admission in your university. Recently I have completed (subject and degree name) with (results, CGPA 3.50 out of 4) from (College/ university name and address). And now I want to do (degree name) in (subject) from your university. After completing my education, I am interested in research related area and passionate to provide my all possible services in relevant filed. I will do my best to prove myself as a devoted, hardworking and committed student. I am friendly, outgoing and eager to spend time in your country so I can learn and bring the experience.
It is my humble request that please consider my application for the admission purpose. For expediency, I have attached all the necessary documents with the application. Please send me the application form along with the necessary details that you think might help me.
I am cordially waiting for the positive response from your side. I shall be very thankful to you if you consider me in your institution for admission.
Thanks, and Regards
Yours Sincerely,
Name.
Address.
Passport and other information…
Contact No.
How it is good and different from other admission letters?
The above sample is a request letter for admission in university as an Overseas Student. Admission letter is the most important point of admission criteria. So, it is very important to make it well explanatory and clear. Moreover, it should contain all the basic information about the students like their name, address, contact number and most importantly their previous academic background. This letter clears about the sponsor, also about the requirement and criteria that university offers. It also provides the space for editing and changes as per the requirement of the universities because every university has its own criteria
Be sure to seek advice from different groups of people in your circle; including friends and your professors. To conclude, your statement of purpose for Phd is the most important document in masters or PhD admission. This is because it says much about you as a person, your achievements and your proudest moments in line with your vision and dreams. Be sure to get them hooked.