Statement of purpose CRISIS .. O_o ?

Question

The statement of purpose will provide an opportunity to explain any extenuating circumstances that you feel could add value to your application. You may also want to explain unique aspects of your academic background or valued experiences you may have had that relate to your academic discipline. The statement of purpose is not meant to be a listing of accomplishments in high school or a record of your participation in school-related activities. Rather, this is your opportunity to address the admission committee directly and to let us know more about you as an individual, in a manner that your transcripts and the other application information cannot convey.

Do you think I can write about an experience I had in a mission trip and how that affected my points of views? Plus how that trip encouraged me to chose a specific area of study? HELP !

PS. Im a transfer student applying to undergraduate school

Answer 1

I think it is fine to talk about your trip... as long as you REALLY tie it into your reason for pursuing this field of study. You want to write a personal story, but be cautious of getting too personal and forgetting the purpose of the essay. Just make sure you tell them who you are... what life has taught you thus far, and why you feel that their program will help you get to where you are trying to go!

Hope this helps