Writing personal Statement :
1- First Paragraph :
A hook or something to attract readers’ attention.
What are you applying for ( phd in Educational Linguistics )
State the program to which you are making application,
whether you are seeking a master’s or doctorate,
and in a general sense, why you are applying to the program.
Begin in a direct manner.
2- Second paragraph
What is your qualifications
Qualifications you had that lead you for wanting a phd
Your Qualifications and Background
Describe
Experiences that have served as a foundation for your future graduate work,
how your interest in the field developed,
and how you planned academically for your goal
Discuss
Undergraduate studies in general,
your major, and any specialization within the major, in specific terms
3- Third paragraph :
Why did you chose this program ?
what are you going to do with your phd in future
Discuss in detail
qualifications that relate to your academic goal.
special academic and research experiences.
4- Fourth paragraph
area of interest
What is your area of interest
Explain special projects or research
indicates ability to explore or master certain skills or particular knowledge about your academic field
illustrates to the committee that you have
the initiative and ability to develop ideas
the capacity to work through problems independently
the determination to achieve your goals
Mention special skills
laboratory techniques.
computer skills
foreign language proficiency
advanced quantitative and statistical expertise.
Lastly :
5- Talk about how you are a qualified person and deserve this position
Concluding Statement
Tell the Graduate Committee
that you are qualified and motivated.
that you will be successful in graduate study and research.
Summarize briefly
why you believe you possess the experience and skills to be admitted to their program.
Weave into the letter
Any academic achievements or accomplishments.
Specific learning experiences that demonstrate your motivation and inspiration for continued study and/or research:
independent study courses or research with professors
teaching assistantships
undergraduate research conference presentations
published work
laboratory experiences
research internships
seminar courses
honors thesis
relevant education abroad
independent writing
academic honors and/or very closely related work experience