SOCECOL 195 Lecture 3: Personal Statement Critique Form copy
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Assess each personal statement draft for the following items. Circle a number to indicate how well the statement/letter addressed each dimension; 1 is the lowest score and 3 the highest. Use the comment section to indicate whether or not the writer addressed the point/how you might elaborate on it. Introduction: statement and opening paragraph makes you want to read further. Experience: demonstrates experience in research, volunteerism, career exploration, overcoming challenges, etc. Engaging & unique: interesting from start to finish and applicant will stand out from others. Effectively explains why applicant is a good fit for the program and add(cid:396)esses the (cid:395)uestion, (cid:862)why this field and not a (cid:396)elated field? (cid:863) Appropriate format: correct word count/length, addresses points clearly, fully developed ideas.
