How to write SOP for Masters in data science?

Normally, the Universities specify the length of an SOP. Typically the SOP length is from 500 to 1000 words. Make sure you do not exceed the maximum length specified. If the University has not mentioned the length of SOP, do not write a very long SOP. The maximum length of SOP is two A4 size pages, which include about 1000 words, with normal font. Font and font size for SOP Do not use fancy fonts for your SOP. Use the fonts Times New Roman or Arial, which are most commonly used in US. Keep the font size as 12 for Times New Roman and 11 if you are using Arial. Use only black color for SOP. Keep the look of SOP as professional as you can. Header and heading for SOP Typically, most students mention the degree or specialisation at the top of SOP. This is done so that the review team is aware of the specialisation that you are applying to in that University. If you are writing this at the top, make sure you show your career interest in that field. The heading used can be Statement of Purpose. First paragraph of SOP The first paragraph of SOP has to be different, unique, attention catching and must urge the professors to read the complete SOP. Keep in mind that the admission review committee is comprised of professors in that department and they are supposed to review more than 200 applications for admissions. If your first paragraph doesn't catch the attention of the reviewer, they might not even read the remaining SOP. This doesn't mean you write anything as you wish. Your passion for this field has to come out in whatever you write. Check out the sample Shops given to see what we mean by this. Don't reproduce the first paragraph from any sample SOP. It has to be unique and you have to work on this portion on your own. Body of SOP 1-Experience in the field 2-Extra-curricular activities in this field 3-Academic performance 4-Project and work related challenges Last paragraph of SOP The concluding paragraph must convey your purpose in pursuing MS or other degree from that particular University. You must be able to answer these questions in the final paragraph.

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