Personal Statements
The professional statement is your opportunity to present yourself in the application process. The purpose of this statement is not to tell us your life story, but to focus on (1) why becoming an I/O psychologist is an important goal to you, (2) what will you bring to the program, and (3) how will this program help you get where you want to get ultimately. You should provide concrete evidence of your promise as a member of the academic community, giving the committee an image of who you are.
- Articulate your reasons for selecting I/O psychology as your chosen career and Brooklyn College as your program choice.
- Be specific. Do not be vague.
- Your first paragraph should draw the reader.
- Describe your professional and/or research interests.
- This is also a good place to address any discrepancies in qualifications that you may not meet.
- Highlight your communication skills and discuss your ability to maximize effective collaboration with a diverse academic community.
- Carefully proofread and refine your statement.
