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How to write a successful Statement of Purpose( Step by Step Guide)

How to write a successful Statement of Purpose( Step by Step Guide)

 

9 Questions to guide you write a great Statement of Purpose (SoP)


How to write a successful Statement of Purpose (Step by Step Guide)






What is a Statement of Purpose (SOP)?

A Statement of Purpose (SOP), also known as a research statement or a letter of intent, is written to the admission panel and talks about your career path, interests, professional contributions, goals and the driving force behind pursuing a particular program (either Undergraduate or Postgraduate). This is usually submitted in the form of an essay; however, certain universities may also keep it question-based. It is the most integral part of your application that decides your admission to your preferred institution.

The following questions will guide you in writing a good Statement of Purpose

1. What do you want to study?

    - Field

    - Specialization

 

2. Why do you want to study that program? (2 reasons)

    - Goal - a job or interest or what is it?

    - Why this specific program and not something else?

 

3. How did you become interested in the above program? (Establish with reasons)

    - No generic story -like interested since childhood

 

4. What steps have you taken so far towards learning this program?

    - Any degrees, projects, courses, hackathons, or just anything specific

 

5. How has your previous experience shaped your understanding of the subject?

    - How have your previous choices helped you - specific outcomes

 

6. In your journey so far, what specific skill are you lacking in this field?

    - What skill and why is this skill important for you

    - If you already have everything, you don't need an additional degree

 

7. In your journey so far, what specific skill are you lacking in this field?

    - What skill and why is this skill important for you

    - If you already have everything, you don't need an additional degree

 

8. How does this graduate degree help you in your journey further?

    - What are the outcomes from this degree that you require - How do they help you?

 

9. What are the specific things in our program?

    - Any specific professors in the college

    - Any of the research labs/research interests of the professors that align with your interest

    - Any courses that are offered that you think will help


Do’s for your SOP application

Undergraduate

Postgraduate

Your purpose of taking the program and the opportunities you wish to explore

Your short-term and long-term career and personal goals

Your academic journey and accomplishments

Evidence of Professional achievements

Extra-curricular activities

Anecdotes of teamwork, leadership and other corporate qualities

Motivation and career aspirations

Career expectations from the institutions

Assignments undertaken during studies

Noteworthy projects undertaken at work

Internships, if any

Volunteer work, if any


What should be included in the Statement of Purpose?

There are several elements that are vital for your Statement of Purpose. These include:

·         Personal background

·         Financial background

·         Academic details

·         Professional experience (full/part-time, voluntary)

·         Immediate and long-term goals

·         Reasons why you wish to study at this particular institution

·         Reasons of being interested in the chosen field

·         About extra-curricular activities

·         Published works, if any

·         Papers submitted, if any

·         Interests, hobbies


If you also need to prepare a well-structured CV, Check out the video below for tips




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About the Author

A professional Teacher and an IT Instructor, A Niche Blogger, Social Activist, Preacher, and Content Writer. so dedicated to helping others discover their purpose.

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