This handout is available for download in DOCX format and PDF format. Graduate and professional schools often require some sort of written statement—often called a “statement of purpose,” “personal ...

A Statement of Purpose (SOP) is one of the most important documents when applying for university admissions and scholarships. While your academic scores and achievements show your past performance, ...

In higher education, particularly with my graduate students, students occasionally focus on the individual points of an assignment rubric instead of stepping back and looking holistically at the ...

Sometimes a great purpose statement may be wrestling with two conflicting intentions that create a space for continuous innovation and growth. I love this. Baked into this statement is two conflicting ...

A statement of purpose (SOP) is more than just a formality—it’s an opportunity to present your professional and academic journey in a compelling way, demonstrating your qualifications, ambitions, and ...