Do colleges like "sob stories"?

lookingforward
Sun, 02 Apr 2017 01:11:29 +0000

Try to remember, the more competitive the college, the more they want to see the attributes that matter to them. The personal statement is neither a bio nor meant to explain why you want X major. Remember, they’e looking at you as a possible member of their community. Imo, fine to refer briefly to the experience with Dad’s challenges, but then show how that translated outside your family: your actions and understanding.

“Show, not just tell.”