[jcp4ever]

Okay, so I need to write a statement of purpose of my applications, but I've never written one before.
I kind of understand that we need to put our majors and what we plan to study, etc. BUT HOW?!?!?!
I am so lost.... can anyone help?? It would be great if I could see a sample...
I've seen samples online, but they were in response to questions...
Thanks!!

[itrayya]

uh.... mines... was basically just one page.
cause that's what they asked for.

but, i just wrote about why i wanna go.
what it can benefit me, my future, AND my community after i return.
how much i would appreciate this oppportunity.
and i related it to my major and the future job that i want.

if you dont feel safe, have a friend, teacher, the study abroad advisor read it over.

oh! personal and academic reasons. yap.
me: personal--> self interest in the language and culture, and have family root there,
want to make friends internationally because world is globalizing daily,
share my culture with them and vice versa,
want to build networks abroad because future is about networking and connections abroad.

academic: networking abroad, challenges that i'll face which will prepare me for the real world,
and can prove that i am capable of a job,
will prepare me for my major and graduate school.

i wrote a lot too, but pretty much based it like that.
i got into my program. but that varies.
depends on how competitive it is, etc.

GOOD LUCK.
you can do it. it's just like an essay about yourself and your feelings.
you can do it!!!!
take care.

[vc1188]

Here are the statement of purpose guidelines my program gave me. I literally just answered each question it asked; don't overanalyze too much. It's meant to be very straightforward for you and for the advisors/admissions people who decide:

(2-3 pages double spaced)

What are your educational goals for your EAP option? - 65% of essay
1. What attracted you academically to the program or host institution?
2. How does the program complement your studies at UC (credit for your major, minor, general education, breadth requirements, and/or academic work outside your major field of study)?
3. What types of courses and other educational opportunities available abroad are not offered at UC?
4. What is your level of proficiency in the language of the host country in each of the areas of reading, writing, speaking, and listening comprehention? In what areas do you seek improvement?
5. How are you preparing to achieve your educational goals on EAP?

What are your personal goals for your EAP option? - 35% of essay
1. Describe any relevant political, cultural, or social issues that interest you at home and in the host country.
2. Which of your interests or life experiences influenced your choice of EAP option/country?
3. How does the program tie in with your future goals?
4. How do you think the housing option for this program will challenge and/or enhance your personal and academic goals? If your program has multiple housing options, discuss the option that interests you.
5. How are you preparing to achieve your personal goals on EAP?