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I emailed UCSF for how long the personal history statement should be...and they wrote back..."a few sentences or a paragraph or two is optimal". I was prepared to write an essay, but now I am going to write a paragraph. Just thought I would share this information for anyone forcing themselves to write a lot.
Goodluck everyone. Can't believe its 10 days away, crazy.

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How can someone's personal history be a paragraph?!! Any suggestions? Mine is about a page, not double-spaced.

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I guess because they are asking what about your personal history in the categories given are relevant to you choosing to go to grad school, I don't think they want to read an essay, or one's entire personal history. I just picked 3 things to say, I think they just want to know the major driving factors and just get a quick feel for where you are coming from. Although, mine is like half a page not double-spaced so its hard. I have no suggestions but just cut out the extra stuff, they might appreciate a shorter answer. Anyone else not done with their essays? Its crunch time, goodluck on finishing everyone!

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Hey all! I'm working on my application too. I was wondering what the reason was for your chosen specialty? I heard there was a lot of emphasis in the admissions process on whether or not a person's application is a good fit for their chosen specialty...and I'm not sure if my arguments/ecs are strong enough.

I'm also under the opinion that people put too much weight on choosing the right career/specialty. My career isn't going to fill some hole in my life, nor is it going to drive me into the depths of depression. I have the kind of temperament that would allow me to be happy and successful in a lot of different places. /end rant

Or maybe I'm just tired of staring at my goal statement for so long.

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Is everyone surviving??

Geez, I seriously hate bad correspondence. My last letter of recommendation is proving very difficult to complete. I can't seem to get a hold of him!! And it's nearing the application due date. How nice.

In response to the last post--- I chose Peds NP because I love kids. I didn't have alot of health care growing up, in all respects, so for me, working non-profit for our youth has always been apart of my life. I can't imagine not giving back to kids. Especially those that need it. Sure, I'm exploring other options... but all those options involve working with youth.

I'm sure that some people would be happy doing whatever field they go into... but for me, I am not satisfied with being a waitress... I want to be an asset to our society. Not just an asset to hungry, unappreciative people... that leave below 15% tips!

Signed,
Can't wait to get out there.

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hi everyone... good luck in the application process. I know how stressful it can be. I was in the same position last year. Don't limit yourself to only one school. In the end you'll be a nurse and perhaps advance to APRN. I applied to 4 schools (including ucsf). I got into two, but chose to stay at University of Hawaii because it's residency tuition for me. Good luck

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Purlees, I used to go to UHManoa!! Glad you are in the program at UH!! And congrats for getting into two schools!

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Hi All,
Do any of you know if there is a place or way to upload our CV or resume? I thought that I had previously noticed the option, but now during the final dash to the finish I cannot locate it.

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Apalmer, I don't think there is an area for you to upload a resume. There is an area for your to enter your employment and volunteer experience.

Hope that helps...

How are you essays working out?? I am kind of stuck on my essays. I feel like they are done... but am in total doubt.

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Thanks,
Personally I feel I have gotten to the point that they are getting worse not better. It is just so easy to second guess. I hope the recs add some dimensions I cannot hit. Also both are 2 pages. I heard personal should be shorter than goal, but cant get there.