Personal Statement V.S. Diversity Statement

Krithin S. · September 2021

Hi,

I was wanting to see if anyone had any input regarding the 2 statements being somewhat similar. Is it okay for the 2 statements to have a similar topic (Ex. talking about my experiences as an immigrant). "How that experience shaped me"{for the personal statement), and "What this experience will bring for the school or classroom" (diversity statement). Or should I combine the two and make it either or, but not both...?

DontPay4LawSchool · September 2021

I would always err on the side of caution. If you cover the same topic in both, you are missing a crucial opportunity to let the admissions committee know more about you. Maybe try to cover the same themes. Your personal statement can cover a general theme (i.e. adaptability, conciseness, go-getter attitude) and you can exemplify that theme in your diversity statement.

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