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what is the difference between a diversity statement and a personal statement?

getitdone wrote:what is the difference between a diversity statement and a personal statement?

Diversity can be shorter.

so you can have both in one application?

getitdone wrote:so you can have both in one application?

Yes, as long as the application allows for it. Most apps have a number of optional essays that you can add but do not have to. These often include "Why XYZ Law School?", Diversity Statements, and others.