If i’m still struggling with my personal statement should I just not apply this cycle

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  RGBeetobe Alum Member

  November 2017 142 karma

  @"surfy surf" I also had a lot of trouble getting started. Just pick a topic (even if you don't think it's good), set aside a few hours, and write. Don't edit or delete anything, and don't judge yourself while writing. After you're done, send it over to a trusted friend (ideally someone with experience applying to grad school) for comments. Hopefully you will get some useful ideas out of this process and you can work on your existing ideas or come up with a new topic that you do like.
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  kromo_20 Member

  November 2017 87 karma

  I would definitely recommend the 7Sage Editor team to get you started. I believe the middle package includes all stages of one personal statement. While I had a full essay ready, they helped me to practically re-write the whole thing, in my voice. Check out the reviews.
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  apublicdisplay Alum Member

  November 2017 696 karma

  You may just be overthinking it. We all tend to do it, especially with things we revere and hold in high esteem, but put your personal statement in the right context in the whole scheme of your applications. My pre-law advisor, who’s no novice at this and who’s known by many admission committees, said he considers the personal statement and the whole application process as something he could do drunk in an hour. Exaggeration aside, the point is not to overdo or overthink it.
• _oshun1_ Alum Member

  November 2017 3652 karma

  Thank you all I really needed that. I'll make an appt with a pre law advisor soon and consider paying for the 7sage editor
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  FerdaFresh Alum Member

  November 2017 561 karma

  @"surfy surf" said:
  Thank you all I really needed that. I'll... consider paying for the 7sage editor

  I hope you do! Even though the difference in cost is huge between personal edits and their $15 general admissions course, I'd say their prices are worth it if this is the only thing keeping you from your otherwise stellar application! In fact, you sound like the ideal candidate for their personal (albeit expensive) services!
• kromo_20 Member

  November 2017 87 karma

  Yes, I agree the price is worth it. This is coming from someone that took 8 years to write their personal statement
• Alex Alum Member ⭐

  November 2017 23929 karma

  Just want to say that @"David.Busis" and the entire 7Sage admissions team has been invaluable to my application. If you're stuck, they will help you! Don't let this stop you from applying!!

  Good luck