What Graduate Committees Look For
Your SOP is your argument for why a faculty member should invest 5+ years mentoring you. Make that case compelling.
Research Potential
Can you identify interesting problems? Have you shown ability to conduct independent research? Your SOP must demonstrate research maturity.
Faculty Fit
Graduate admissions is about matching students to advisors. Show why specific faculty would want to work with you.
Clear Direction
Where will your research go? Committees want to see you've thought beyond "getting a PhD" to what questions you want to answer.
Essays We Review
Statement of Purpose
Research-focused essay. Required by all PhD programs.
Personal Statement / History
Background and motivations. Some schools ask for both.
Diversity Statement
Required by UC schools and many others.
Research Statement
Detailed research experience and plans.
Masters Program Essay
More career-focused for terminal masters programs.
Fellowship Essays
NSF GRFP, NDSEG, Fulbright applications.
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All packages include review by PhD candidates at top programs.
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Detailed feedback report
$199
- Comprehensive feedback
- Research narrative analysis
- Faculty fit assessment
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Common Questions
Who reviews my statement of purpose?
Our reviewers are PhD candidates and graduates from top programs including MIT, Stanford, Berkeley, Harvard, Princeton, and Caltech. They've successfully navigated the graduate admissions process.
Is a statement of purpose different from a personal statement?
Yes! An SOP is research-focused: your academic interests, research experience, and fit with specific faculty. A personal statement is more about your background and motivations.
Can you help with different fields?
Yes, we have reviewers across disciplines including STEM, social sciences, humanities, and professional programs. We match you with a reviewer in or close to your field.
Should I mention specific professors?
Usually yes. Showing you've researched the program and can articulate why specific faculty's work aligns with your interests is important. We help you do this authentically.
Can you help with NSF GRFP?
Yes! We have reviewers who are NSF GRFP recipients and can provide targeted feedback on both the personal statement and research proposal.