Scholarships Writing Guide
Writing a Statement of Purpose That Stands Out
A good statement of purpose is specific, honest and well organised. Here is a simple structure that works.
Ayesha Rahman
Senior Education Counsellor (sample writer)
Section 01
A simple structure
1. Your motivation
Open with what draws you to the subject, using a real experience rather than a general statement.
2. Your preparation
Explain how your studies and experience have prepared you for this course.
3. Why this course and university
Mention specific subjects, research or facilities that match your goals.
4. Your goals
Finish with what you plan to do after graduating and how the course gets you there.
Be specific. A panel remembers the student who explains exactly why this course, at this university, fits their plans.
Section 02
Common mistakes to avoid
- Copying a template or someone else's statement.
- Listing achievements without explaining what you learned.
- Writing too much about your childhood and too little about your plans.
Ask your counsellor to review a draft: a fresh pair of eyes always helps.
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