How to Write a Statement of Purpose for Grad School Applications (Masters/PhD Advice)

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How to Write a Statement of Purpose for Grad School Applications (Masters/PhD Advice)
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@kevinmajette2945 2 года назад

Video appears in my recommendation, as I am almost done gathering all the documents necessary to apply for Grad School...last thing i have on my list is my letter. Never searched anything, haven't told anyone, but my phone knew. Thanks algorithm.

@olamideo1403 2 года назад

This video was mainly helpful for students going into the PhD realm of academia.. I wasn't sure if you were targeting the Master's side of applications very well. But for anything PhD related, you did amazing with the explanations. Would you mind making other videos specifically about applying to Master's programs??

@mohammadkhalilian2266 2 года назад

Thank you so much. These were the most helpful tips I have received about crafting a statement of purpose. This is the first time that I have commented on a youtube video, but I just had to cause I'm going to watch this video a couple of times more and utilize every point you made.

@jaycille1536 2 года назад

This video came at the perfect time !

@KaelynGraceApple 2 года назад

Yay!! I’m so glad! It is jam packed with lots of info!

@quentinneroes4393 2 года назад

Right?? I'll definitely be re-watching when I revise my SoP.

@KaelynGraceApple 2 года назад

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@mayurbarde8186 2 года назад

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@iluvdubi 2 года назад

@@KaelynGraceApple you coo if you need anything to

@fystudies 2 года назад

I usually don't comment, but this was INCREDIBLY useful! Seeing that this is the content you offer for free, I'll be sure to come to Accepted for specialised help when I start my grad school applications. Wow!

@waylonhastings 2 года назад

Good luck with your PhD! It's an arduous process but you seem to have solid competency and sense of purpose for what you're doing. Keep it up Kaelyn 👍

@bonsaijooni 2 года назад

Thank you so much for this video! First gen, didn’t get to any PhDs last cycle, so I’m going over my mistakes and this really helped. If there’s any tips for asking for informational interviews from professors at prospective schools, love to hear them!

@leondreamcast 2 года назад

This was great timing, I’m currently applying to grad school for my MS in Advanced Computing

@jiahaocao5062 Год назад

Thank you so much, Kalyn. This is a video worth thousands of dollars in terms of information value. I watched this video last Autumn during my application season, and I followed your advice. And this video enabled me to receive history Ph.D. offers from Northwestern and UNC Chapel Hill. I would recommend everyone applying for PhD to watch this.

@dolliceboatner3820 2 года назад

This video came at a time where I have to Write a statement of purpose . I have not been in school in a long time. So when your video pop up , it was very helpful. Thank you.

@zack-zi2md 2 года назад

I ❤ this video! I am in the process of applying to graduate school with a major in Journalism. I am applying to three different schools that require all Statement of Purpose essays. Plus, Personal Statements which is optional, but because I am not taking the GRE I know I need to do them. I enjoy writing, but while writing my Statement of Purpose I keep deleting and starting over. I am nervous because I really want to get into these schools, but I am nervous that my paper won't be good enough which leaves me at a dead end. I don't know what to do, but I am trying to over come this. Your video helped me alot and I plan on seeking help from your company. Thank you so much 😊!

@rachellerivas7120 Год назад

Thank you for all your help. You are one of my new favorite people. You really helped me this year.

@SneakySquid123 2 года назад

I only just learned about this requirement for the MAcc program. There is so much that I don't know. Thank you do much for the video!!

@victorsimeon-ahaotu2604 2 года назад

This has been really helpful, I will be re-watching this video when I will be writing my Statement of Purpose....

@yb8524 Год назад

YOU ARE THE BRIGHTEST MOST KNOWLEDABLE PERSON ON RU-vid.

@JoyceChow Год назад

Thank you so much for this video, Kaelyn! ☺️

@chunguny Год назад

thank you so much for the advice and sharing. This is so helpful for my preparation.

@analuciasalazar5314 2 года назад

This is so helpful, Kaelyn! I was wondering, in the case of History applications, does it matter if your main sources are in a different country / not related to an specific center of the university I'm applying? How does it influence the committee's evaluation? Thank you again for your videos 😊

@Laputaaa 2 года назад

I’m glad I found your video....i have no idea how to write my statement of purpose, with how you’ve broken this down , I’ll be trying again

@perrytsai3042 2 года назад

Thank you very much for your videos

@taurusmoore5532 2 года назад

New subscriber! Thank you for taking interest in our culture! It means a lot! Much love!

@Alicehad3cats 2 года назад

Didn’t know some fields require research proposal. Most Bio programs I applied to didn’t care at all about that. A vague, I want to research blank (host-pathogen interaction in my case) was enough to add at the end. Pretty interesting to hear advice for other fields

@Trixiepi Год назад

I just wanted to let you know that your videos helped me get into yale!! I'm so grateful for this video, it helped me plan and structure my SOP so much.

@KaelynGraceApple Год назад

This comment just brought me so much joy 🥹 I am so happy for you!!! Congratulations

@althepal321 2 года назад

THANK YOU!! I am trying to apply for Ph.D. programs for fall 2022 and deadlines are coming up fast, this video is much appreciated :)

@KaelynGraceApple 2 года назад

Wishing you the best of luck!

@KaelynGraceApple 2 года назад

Link to the Graduate Admissions Essay Guide: acceptedconsulting.com/shop/p/gradadmissionsessayguide

@camerondiwa Год назад

Hi Kaelyn! This was an incredibly helpful video. I applied to 10 PhD programs during the last application cycle (for fall 2022 entry), but I was sadly rejected from all of them. It was my second time applying to doctoral programs. I'm hoping that this upcoming application cycle, I can put together a strong application to be admitted to a PhD for a fall 2024 start. So, third time's the charm? Perhaps if I take advantage of services at Accepted Consulting!

@charljustinedarapisa6758 2 года назад

Liked even without seeing the entire video. yey

@Aoina376 2 года назад

When noting existing research, especially work done by professors in the department, do you put an in-text citation and a full reference at the end?

@NamelessSekiro 2 года назад

How do you write a statement of purpose for a Master's/graduate diploma program?

@111jawan Год назад

Thank you for this very insightful video... will update this comment after I apply and hopefully get accepted 🙏

@am8821p 2 года назад

Can you please tell me how to write a research statement?

@zotastevens1771 2 года назад

Thanks for the video, what if you doing distance learning for your masters. You will not be doing research but direct studies

@richardmink6050 2 года назад

Nice to meet you cuzzin;)

@laelna3032 2 года назад

Thank you so much for your videos, they've been helping me a ton with my application this year! Given that I'm applying to an MPhil (International Relations) at Oxford, which is taught, do I have to give as many details regarding my research project? Or can I talk more about the classes and professors? Also, I've seen other videos advising to start with a short anecdote relating to the course and personal life, do you think it's relevant or would you advise against it? thanks!

@KaelynGraceApple 2 года назад

Include a research project if the MSt/MSc has a dissertation component or if it is exam dependent focus on what you aim to get out of the course and things you aim to explore! Avoid the personal statement style with the Oxford and Cambridge applications unless it is deeply relevant to your methods and evidence/sources!

@vikeshmukherjee58 2 года назад

@@KaelynGraceApple You haven't really answered his question though? He mentioned he is applying for a taught MPhil rather than a research MSt?

@brittneyrose2879 2 года назад

Thank you so much for making easily accessible content on this page! Do you have a recommendation on how many programs someone should apply to? I am applying this cycle to Sociology PhD programs

@KaelynGraceApple 2 года назад

Only apply to programs you would be thrilled to attend if accepted! For me that list consisted of five programs but some go for more or less depending on their preferences

@digitalviking3450 2 года назад

How do you figure out what to research? I'm an undergraduate history student with ambitions to get a PhD, but there's too much things in history I am fascinated by, so I have trouble figuring out what I want to research as a graduate student.

@wyliehughs7050 2 года назад

Do you think writing about my process of quitting e-cigarettes, and what I learned, is an appropriate story for a personal statement (which I know is distinct from a statement of purpose)?

@DaveSmith-sb1nd 2 года назад

This video is so gr8. Can get help in preparing my SOP. I am applying for a Masters of Public Health and want your help

@md.shamsudduhasami1708 2 года назад

You have explained it very clearly. Can you please share a sample for a better understanding of the writing format?

@KaelynGraceApple 2 года назад

There are templates and examples in the graduate admissions essay guide acceptedconsulting.com/shop

@ImanZaineb 2 года назад

How do you choose what universities are best for your field of interest? Does Accepted Consulting advise on this?

@KaelynGraceApple 2 года назад

Yes we do! 1.consider your project and what support you need to complete it: 2. Seek out the advisor first and the university second; 3. Look at resources within the department and the university (funding, access to research materials, etc). If you want help with next steps, schedule a call with a member of the accepted team acceptedconsulting.com/graduate

@Alicehad3cats 2 года назад

Edit: pretty clear further in the video that this is for social sciences mostly. So this comment is less relevant I disagree with seeking advisor first for some fields. In most Biology PhD programs you get to rotate with 3-6 advisors, so I would look at school that have lots of advisors in your field, but focus on what support program provides through cores and resources. Like don’t go do immunology somewhere where they have only one flow machine (a key immunological tool)

@literarystudies1861 9 месяцев назад

Isn't it better to start the personal statement with a personal anecdote or life event that hooks the readers' attention?

@Bridgetugochi 2 года назад

Is there difference between statement of purpose and letter of motivation

@mr.j3371 2 года назад

I’ll be using these tips but for MBA grad school

@KaelynGraceApple 2 года назад

Excellent!

@luiseldulcimente6633 2 года назад

How I can to Apply to Post Doctorate Programm?...thank you

@olanathegr8 2 года назад

Hi Kaelyn, thank you SO much for this super helpful video! It's really cleared a lot of things for me. I'm applying for a History PhD to US universities and I have a question regarding the SOP -- will I be expected to supply a bibliography at the end? One of the school's I'm applying to has explicitly specified a 2-page SOP, so I'm wondering whether I need to include a bibliography and if so, how to fit that within 2 pages. Thank you very much!

@KaelynGraceApple 2 года назад

Nope! No citations needed unless you directly quote

@olanathegr8 2 года назад

@@KaelynGraceApple Thank you!!!

@iriananavarro6938 Год назад

This is the most helpful video I’ve come across with, could you please make one talking specifically about masters courses? 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

@KaelynGraceApple Год назад

Yes!!

@KaelynGraceApple Год назад

Check out my how I got into Oxford video for more masters specific info!

@vb2409 2 года назад

Hi. Creative video

@andrea5992 2 года назад

- okay new editing style - I see you 😉

@KaelynGraceApple 2 года назад

Thanks so my amazing new editor! We are trying to up my video quality 🥰

@Mehrnooshb 2 года назад

Hey Kaelyn! Thank you so much for the great video! I have one question though. Should the first section contain a research proposal even for course-based Masters programs? If not, then what should the first section be in that case?

@KaelynGraceApple 2 года назад

If it is a professional or solely course based program, focus on what you'd like to get out of the program and what you might explore within the coursework :) Even in course-based programs you may have papers so think about what you might like to write about even in just your simple term papers

@Mehrnooshb 2 года назад

@@KaelynGraceApple Thank you so much for the helpful reply, Kaelyn! ❤️

@ajwarani1187 2 года назад

Hi mam How can we write Statement of purpose for Engineering in Australia or Canada or UK?

@trevorbrooks3322 10 месяцев назад

If I'm not mistaken, one of your videos includes a link where we can read a copy of your SOP - right? I've been scrambling for it and cannot find the video/link. Could someone paste it here please?? 🙏🏼🙏🏼 Incredibly insightful information. Thank you!!!

@KaelynGraceApple 10 месяцев назад

I don’t share a copy of my sop, just read it aloud but I created a grad school essay guide with examples and templates acceptedconsulting.com/shop

@OOOmints 2 года назад

Currently working on my SOP and all this advice has my head swimming D: the imposter syndrome is so real!

@KaelynGraceApple 2 года назад

You’ve got this. Break it down section by section ♥️

@seluita8720 2 года назад

Leave it to the Red Head Academic to target all of my issues in a 20 minute video. I feel both inspired and targeted. :) Thanks!

@KaelynGraceApple 2 года назад

🥰 I’m so glad it was helpful

@itskayeds 2 года назад

Its so interesting that my phd did not require a statement of purpose maybe because i have a previous doctorate degree already.

@tobyreinhardt9022 2 года назад

I could've used this about 2 years ago. I struggled with my statement of purpose.

@quianareed7562 2 года назад

I am looking at Master's programs and was accepted into the social work program but don't have hustle in the to that type of program. I'm looking at other options that I think maybe a little more suitable for me to do considering that I still have to work full time and take care of my family. I was wondering if I got a degree in what I got my undergraduate degree in will it still give me upper mobility to get more pay. Live here in California is extremely expensive and it's hard to get ahead. And going to school it's just an out of dispense when you're trying to survive. I would love some pointers and what you think of difference Masters program in similar area

@KaelynGraceApple 2 года назад

I recommend scheduling an academic planning consultation and we can discuss your options acceptedconsulting.com

@aylin534 2 года назад

Thank you for the video! One question, if I’m applying for a master’s that’s not research based (graphic design) what should I write in the first part instead of research proposal?

@KaelynGraceApple 2 года назад

Focus on what you want to explore and get out of the masters. Theories or practices you are looking to develop ♥️ and your plans to do so

@aylin534 2 года назад

Thank you very much!💙💙

@dazzlingchick 2 года назад

💋Thank You Kaelyn! You are really a gem on YT! Continued Blessings and Support. ~Love&Light♥️Carli

@ganima36 Год назад

Thank you. I would like to discuss with you online.

@grantpate1932 Год назад

RedHead reading deeper into the comments of these videos is both hilarious and creepy lol Also greetings from a Bay Area history transfer at UCLA hoping to get into Oxford!

@KaelynGraceApple Год назад

Thanks for watching!

@dha8085 2 года назад

I clicked the video for educational purposes seriously

@laurenmarie7493 2 года назад

For my application to Cambridge, is the "reason for applying" section the same as the statement of purpose? because I can't find the place to submit my statement of purpose lol.

@KaelynGraceApple 2 года назад

Yes!

@soulliving02 2 года назад

Can it work in MFA creative writing application?

@KaelynGraceApple 2 года назад

For an MFA use the Proposal section to discuss the influences in your writing and how you seek to further your written work while in the program

@billchen559 2 года назад

Nice

@KaelynGraceApple 2 года назад

Thanks for watching

@mariahashmi1234 2 года назад

You are so going to heaven.

@ofeoritsemurphy-akpieyi1112 2 года назад

Hello Please can't find the link to the guide

@KaelynGraceApple 2 года назад

acceptedconsulting.com/shop/p/gradadmissionsessayguide

@martaregn4092 2 года назад

This seems applicable to more research oriented programs… so you have advice for people going for an MFA?

@KaelynGraceApple 2 года назад

Focus on what influences your work and what specific practices/theories/mediums you would like to venture into/explore while in the program

@martaregn4092 2 года назад

@@KaelynGraceApple thank you!! Do you suggest using the same format as you explain in the video? I’ve heard many people format them as letters and address the admissions committee - would that be best practice in the case of an MFA?

@KaelynGraceApple 2 года назад

I recommend following a similar format as I discussed in this video, though I have seen it done well in more of a personal statement format. It honestly depends on your writing style, interests, and background, as well as the program

@KL-ug7cg 2 года назад

Would be this applicable for a course-based master's application?

@KaelynGraceApple 2 года назад

Yes just focus on what you seek to get out of your courses and what directions you might like to expand your way of thinking rather than on a singular research proposal

@yuisan2011 2 года назад

I love this video, but I want to know about research proposal 🙏🙏🥺

@KaelynGraceApple 2 года назад

This video is in the works!

@shamsraja732 2 года назад

I don't have any concern with the video, but you are too beautiful ❤️

@radhikasathe5749 Год назад

Hi, are we supposed to mention the research competitions we won or the awards we received and our victories in an SOP?

@KaelynGraceApple Год назад

This will be covered by the CV unless it directly applied to your project. For example, a research grant which made the field work for your thesis possible.

@radhikasathe5749 Год назад

@@KaelynGraceApple Thank you! Do we need to mention what we are doing currently in the SOP? Like a research based book which is going to be published soon, or another diploma in the process e.t.c?

@KaelynGraceApple Год назад

@@radhikasathe5749 The key is to avoid it reading like a cover letter and instead mentioning only the most relevant and details matters to the reader. Detail about how you developed a project and how it evolved is far more important than spelling out your CV and accomplishments - let your CV and Letter of Recommendation cover those. I hope this helps!

@radhikasathe5749 Год назад

@@KaelynGraceApple It does! Thank you!❤

@Ale3000PR 2 года назад

No soy la unica que penso que por la portada era amara que linda 😳😕

@harisattasial1 2 года назад

I want to make a collab video with you

@sofiapaschero_ 2 года назад

Not gonna lie. This video gave me a short panic attack. A lot of what your saying makes sense and are great things to put in a personal statement. My professor told me to structure it differently than how you said to do it. Now I’m so confused that I’m panicking.

@KaelynGraceApple 2 года назад

This is for a statement of purpose, not a personal statement ♥️

@muntazir5072 2 года назад

How may I contact you or anyone who know about how to write the research proposal ???

@KaelynGraceApple 2 года назад

Kaelyn@acceptedconsulting.com or check acceptedconsulting.com

@jasminebishnoi9689 2 года назад

Do you help in writing a PhD proposal?

@muntazir5072 2 года назад

Please share with me too, I'm also in a mess !!

@bilalhassan9199 2 года назад

I want to ask a question, will you reply in few phrases.Thanks

@KaelynGraceApple 2 года назад

Feel free to email questions to kaelyn@acceptedconsulting.com

@bilalhassan9199 2 года назад

@@KaelynGraceApple thanks very much

@dcharis_1806 2 года назад

If I read a different course for my first degree and I’m trying to read a master course in a different course area, how would I write my statement of purpose?

@KaelynGraceApple 2 года назад

Focus on discussing transferable skills and expertise in the background section

@SuperTsogo 2 месяца назад

Where did the tank top go?

@VladyslavKL 2 года назад

🕊

@perppyschannel4567 2 года назад

🥰🥰🥰

@KaelynGraceApple 2 года назад

♥️♥️

@user-sd6qj1rl7q 2 года назад

家大きくていいなあ

@mayaislam2137 2 года назад

If you can share a Pdf file of this then I think it would be better 😶

@KaelynGraceApple 2 года назад

The graduate admissions essay guide is linked in the description!

@rajadhirajmaharaj 2 года назад

Those who did NOT came here for grad school application, register your attendance.

@shannonmalayajones7649 2 года назад

Tty grant writer Jones in request for proposals funds for resume along with entry levels objectives for child labor laws department.....?!?!!!

@shannonmalayajones7649 2 года назад

Recovery.. Schooling subjects k

@naeimahmadian32 2 года назад

SOP is not double spaced ! AVOID double spacing !!

@KaelynGraceApple 2 года назад

Depends on the university/program

@tasha3939 2 года назад

Bruh I just applied for grad school and I think I failed 😓😓😓😓😓 the statement of purpose ugh this sucks! I’m majoring in psychology and I really want to help people!!!!!! If I don’t get in imma be very depressed

@AkshatPandey 2 года назад

psychology major getting depressed at this issue, hmm...

@saiyidashrafhusainjafri7508 2 года назад

@@AkshatPandey Lmao, just read your notes 😭

@amaurylannes 2 года назад

🔇💪😎🔇

@robnowlin7285 2 года назад

I am trying to ascertain, why anyone would want to exchange currency units for a worthless piece of paper?

@KaelynGraceApple 2 года назад

Why would I want to be paid to study the thing I love learning about you mean?

@bw5187 2 года назад

gender studies

@xenonmob 2 года назад

you cute af

@sagarsojitra7685 2 года назад

You are so cute ❤️❤️❤️❤️

@user-so3xl1tv5n 2 года назад

下心

@TheGoddon 2 года назад

But I have no purpose.

@chrismason1530 2 года назад

Neither do I 😔

@TheGoddon 2 года назад

@@chrismason1530 Let's just fake it.

@beeanantroj7267 2 года назад

Speak too fast with a strange accent very difficult to understand.

@KaelynGraceApple 2 года назад

I’m sorry I speak too fast. I believe there is a feature to slow the speech or to add subtitles :)

@urushathapa7585 2 года назад

Thank you so much for this video. You are a mentor for many of us. You already mentioned that listing faculty's name is important in the statement. Would this be an important factor for the statement? I'm skeptical whether that specific professor might not require the candidate for this term, and I might ruin the chance of getting an opportunity to work with another faculty. What do you suggest?

@KaelynGraceApple 2 года назад

You are mentioning them, along with others as potential advisors/mentors. Also for PhD programs, I recommend getting in touch with them in advance to ensure their availability