Have you ever felt lost writing an admission letter? I think everyone does. Here's the framework of writing a university admission letter that can help you and make your life easier.
First, let me start with a disclaimer: If your university gives you a template or points to include in the letter, make sure to follow their guidelines. No perfect template will do if you write about something they won't care about.
That being said, below you can find the template of a structure I follow when helping people write their college admission letters:
Start with your details:
Example:
John Doe <br> 123 Main St. <br> City, State, ZIP <br> john.doe@gmail.com <br> (123) 456-7890 <br> February 32, 3024 <br>
Address it to a specific person (if you know them).
Example:
Dear Dr. Smith, <br>
This personal touch can make a difference. Look up the head of the admissions committee or department chair.
Introduce yourself and your intent. This is the paragraph to show off a bit of yourself. Use it wisely as it's probably one of the few moments you can show your ambitious, human side to the admission officers.
Example:
My name is John Doe, and I am writing to express my strong interest in the Master's program in Data Science at University ABC. I have always been fascinated with mathematics as a core of most things in the world. This interest motivated me to write my first paper exploring connections between mathematics, data and psychology behind decision making, which then led me to create a boutique consultancy that helped businesses make better data-driven decisions.
In the body you briefly describe your background, achievements and why they fit perfectly with the university of your choosing. There are 3 vital parts to it. Let's go through them one by one.
Highlight your educational background and achievements. Mention any relevant courses, projects, employment or research.
Example:
Recently I completed my undergraduate degree in Computer Science at XYZ University, where I graduated with honors. During my studies, I scored in the 90th percentile in courses like Algorithms and Data Structures, and I have conducted research on machine learning algorithms.
Be specific about why you chose this university. Mention unique aspects, faculty, or resources.
Example:
Unlike other programs, this MSc stands out, as I can acquire a comprehensive skill set that combines cutting-edge data science techniques with a profound understanding of business, which is a rare combination in universities. This fusion will help me to solve real-life problems innovatively. <br> Moreover, the wide choice of extracurricular activities like SuperCoolStudentAssociation creates a great opportunity to meet like-minded people and learn how to effectively create sustainable business that's data-first. I believe not only can I learn but also give back to the community by sharing experiences acquired while running my consultancy.
Explain why this program matches your academic goals. Discuss what you hope to accomplish.
Example:
My career aspirations have always aligned with the scientific path. Combining data, artificial intelligence and business skills, which are usually treated as two separate development paths, gives an opportunity to create a better environment for all. After graduation, I am eager to turn my consultancy practice into a product that can be the foundation of a startup. I strongly believe that the technical and business expertise I will gain during this MSc will help me solve pressing problems and drive a positive impact.
Wrap up your letter by thanking the committee and expressing enthusiasm.
Example:
Thank you for considering my application. Looking forward to hearing from you soon.
End with a formal closing and your name.
Example:
Sincerely, <br> John Doe
Cool, I think that's it. That's the thought process we follow, more or less, to help people get to top universities in the world.
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