Episode 29: Harvard advice on the medical school personal statement. 6 Don’ts & 6 Do’s

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6 Don’ts of Writing Personal Essays:

Don’t be generic.

Don’t use personal medical experiences.

Don’t be vague.

Don’t write more than one page.

Don’t use flowery language.

Don’t use quotations.

6 Do’s of Writing Personal Essays:

Do start early, say during the winter before your application cycle.

Do make an outline.

Do show, don’t tell.

Do start with a zinger and end with a clencher.

Do be proud.

Do address severe deficiencies in the essay. (learn how to do this yourself here)