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Description
This package is designed for aspiring PhD candidates who want to craft a compelling and standout personal statement, maximizing their chances of acceptance. This package includes the following, but feel free to adapt based on your unique situation and goals: - Initial kickoff and planning session: Begin with an in-depth session to discuss your academic background, research interests, and goals. Your coach will help you create a roadmap for writing a standout personal statement. - Personal statement brainstorming: Work closely with your coach to uncover key themes, experiences, and research passions. Together, you'll identify what makes your candidacy unique and how to showcase it effectively. - Personal statement drafting: Collaborate with your coach to draft a strong and authentic personal statement, focusing on effectively aligning your narrative with the priorities of your target programs. - Personal statement editing: Refine your personal statement through multiple rounds of feedback from your coach. They will help you polish the structure, tone, and content to ensure it resonates with admissions committees. - Final review: Your coach will complete a thorough review of your personal statement, ensuring it is submission-ready and highlights your academic potential. To summarize, this package pairs you with a world-class coach who will guide you through every step of creating a standout personal statement. They will provide honest and constructive feedback, helping to ensure your personal statement reflects your strengths, motivations, and aspirations.
What you'll get from this package
A compelling personal statement that is differentiated, personalized, and thoughtful
An outline and several drafts of your personal statement, refined through multiple rounds of feedback and edits
A polished final personal statement that you can feel proud of submitting and sharing with the admissions team
Additional details
Coaching delivered via live sessions and .
Additional expectations or terms of engagement may be provided by coaches (e.g. expected response times, etc.).
Services included:
Essays
Editing
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Offered by Freddy N.
Joined February 2025
MD-PhD | Expert in Science, Engineering, Medicine
Welcome to my profile! As an MD-PhD graduate from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and a seasoned Fellow at MIT, I bring a wealth of experience in academia and medical innovation to my coaching. My role on the MD-PhD admissions committee has provided me with insider knowledge of what top programs seek in candidates. I've successfully guided 10 aspiring PhD students through the application process, helping them craft compelling personal statements and excel in interviews. Whether you're just starting your application or need targeted advice, I'm here to support your journey to a successful PhD admission. Let's connect and make your academic dreams a reality!
Starting at $500
5h+ of coaching