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Personal Statement would love feedback

Posted: Tue Aug 21, 2012 8:45 pm
by Burne182
Removed this draft, will rework and post again.

Thanks for the feedback, I really appreciate it.

Re: Personal Statement would love feedback

Posted: Wed Aug 22, 2012 12:19 pm
by CorkBoard
You are basically just reiterating the facts of the case, which doesn't tell me anything about you.

Re: Personal Statement would love feedback

Posted: Wed Aug 22, 2012 12:29 pm
by Dany
The paragraph about the rape was uncomfortable to read, and having a list of bad things you've done isn't really portraying you in the best light to an admissions committee. Additionally, it seems more about the trial and not you.

I understand this is probably a very important event that has happened to you, but I don't think it's appropriate for a personal statement. I think something about being a woman at the Naval Academy could be very interesting and compelling, but probably not centered around this particular instance.

Re: Personal Statement would love feedback

Posted: Wed Aug 22, 2012 1:07 pm
by Liquox
you sound like a brave lady. restructure your ps. the beginning leaves people with an uncomfortable feeling that overpowers the point in the end.

good luck

Re: Personal Statement would love feedback

Posted: Wed Aug 22, 2012 1:25 pm
by Burne182
OK, thanks so much for the help.