Writing a Winning Personal Statement/Essay

The University of Arkansas will offer prospective students’ insight into the elements of writing a successful personal statement/essay. The presentation will include tips on how to outline what to say in a personal statement as well as how to present it in a concise and readable format. Practical tips and advice on what colleges and universities want to see in a personal statement will be included, as will a discussion on common mistakes and missteps to avoid.  This presentation will also offer students an opportunity to learn more about the University of Arkansas and resources available to undergraduate and graduate students to help ensure their academic success. This online session will be available via livestream on U.S. Embassy Hanoi’s Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/usembassyhanoi/ and on U.S. Consulate General’s Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/USConsulateHCMC