08 DecHow to Write an Effective UCAS Personal Statement
Writing your UCAS personal statement is one of the most important steps in applying to UK universities. It gives admissions tutors insight into your interests, motivation and potential. With the UCAS format changing for 2026 entry, students now respond to three structured questions instead of submitting one long essay. This makes it easier to know […]
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04 AugWhat Makes a Great Common App Personal Statement
For most students, writing a Common App personal statement feels unfamiliar. In English class, you’re used to analysing novels and plays, pulling apart themes and symbolism. Suddenly, you’re asked to write a deeply personal essay about yourself. There’s no thesis, no Shakespeare quote, and no “right” answer. This essay isn’t about impressing someone with perfect […]
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