What is the Difference Between a Personal Statement and SOP?

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4 months ago

A personal statement is a document that should include your motivations and interests, mentioning in detail about goals and aspirations. Meanwhile, an SOP focuses more on why you want to pursue the programme you're applying to and your academic abilities and relevant experiences.

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