Academic Services

Personal Statements

The personal statement is an essential part for all health profession applications. Your personal statement should answer why you are a good fit for a specific profession. This is an opportunity to highlight experience and strengths that will provide admission committees a holistic view of you. Here are some tips to get you started.

Personal Statement Workshops

In this workshop, we'll give you an overview of the personal statement that you'll write for your dossier and primary applications. We will focus on the content of your essay by reading a sample essay and completing a brief writing exercise.

Please plan to attend the entire workshop with your camera on. 

  • Dates TBD for the 2025-2026 AY.

Feedback on your Personal Statement

For current Brandeis students - please make an appointment at the Writing Center to get feedback on your personal statement.
For Brandeis alumni - please make an appointment with Nancy Marshall to get feedback on your personal statement.