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There are a variety of errors applicants make when filling out their
MBA applications. These errors can be avoided by understanding them
and double checking your work. Here are the most common errors and
how to avoid them.
Careless Errors
There is really no excuse for careless errors, and having even one on
your application can affect the way you are perceived. You have more
than enough time to proofread and have others look over your essay. If
an error slips through, y...
Tags: personal statements, personal statement, graduate school
There are a variety of errors applicants make when filling out their MBA applications.
These errors can be avoided by understanding them and double checking your work.
Here are the most common errors and how to avoid them.
Careless Errors
There is really no excuse for careless errors, and having even one on your application
can affect the way you are perceived. You have more than enough time to proofread
and have others look over your essay. If an error slips through, your readers may
assume that you are careless, disorganized, or not serious enough about your
application.
Remember that spell check does not catch all possible errors, and even grammar check
is far from perfect. In addition to typographical errors such as repeated words, you
have to read the essay carefully to catch mistakes in meaning that might come in the
form of a grammatically correct sentence.
Let these humorous but unfortunate examples be a lesson to read your essay carefully
for unintended meanings and meaningless sentences:
* It was like getting admitted to an Ivory League school.
* Berkeley has a reputation of breeding nationalists and communists.
* I'd like to attend a college where I can expose myself to many diverse people.
* I was totally free except for the rules.
* In a word, the experience taught me the importance of dedication, friendship, and
goals.
* I have an extensive knowledge of the value of intelligence.
* I envy people with a lot of time