The Statement of Purpose commonly known as SOP is a vital part of your application. It is the first impression you will create on the GRE committee regarding your interest and passion towards securing admission in graduate schools. The Statement of Purpose has to be carefully drafted as it will describe you and your goals. It totally depends on you how you make your impression and the best way is to present a well drafted Statement of Purpose.

As the name suggests, the Statement of Purpose should contain your purpose of motive to attend graduate program and your capability for it. It should begin with personal information and positive points about you. It should mention about your academics and all your achievements therein. You also need to mention your interest in a particular subject and the reason for it. Also put a note of any specific achievements in that particular subject.

Overall the Statement of Purpose should indicate your dedication towards GRE and how important it is for you to secure admission in a graduate program of your choice. If your words will reflect the correct passion and dedication towards this program, you will surely achieve success. You may also mention any episodes that may have led to your decision or any person who has influenced you while treading through your career. Also mention how you want to take your life ahead if you get through the graduate school. All this will create a greater impact.

One common mistake most students make is to leave the drafting of the Statement of Purpose to the last minute. Make sure you go through a few samples and tips before you write it and give it time. Pen down all the points worth mentioning and then write it without a rush because of you are in a hurry, your thought flow is restricted.