Common mistakes in SOP
- Do not work in the last minute
Never make the mistake of writing the SOP in the last hour. Start preparing a month before the deadline.
- Incorporating poor introduction and conclusion
Introduction creation the first impression, try to incorporate impactful information. Write it in such a way that it ensures that the admission committee reads up to the conclusion part.
- Using informal tone
Use of informal language is a big mistake for students in the SOP. Use clear and concise sentences as distinguished persons in the admission panel will read the SOP.
- Including irrelevant information
Remember, SOP is not the place to incorporate irrelevant information. Just write about yourself and your qualities that are enough to get the admission in the university. Unless the information is pertinent to the purpose of studying, never include it in the SOP.
- Being dishonest
Honest is considered to be an indication of a good SOP. Try to be authentic about every detail that you incorporate.
- Not editing the SOP
Do edit the SOP for improper grammar, spelling error, punctuation marks, the incoherent flow of the text.
- Sticking to the word limit
Try to stick to the word limit that is mentioned in the admission guidelines. A long SOP will not help to hold the attention of the admission panel.