10 Personal Statement Blunders: #3--Submitting Life Stories

At Bowen, the personal statement is a very important component of the application. It can often make the difference between admission and denial. Thus, on each of the next 10 days I'm going to share with you one of my Top 10 personal statement blunders.

Today's blunder: #3--Submitting Life Stories

• An effective personal statement may read like a life story, but it shouldn't amount to an autobiography.
• It is not necessary or advisable for you to discuss every major life experience. You should discuss only those events that inspire or prepare you to study law.
• Your statement should be compelling, yet concise.

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