Personal Statements are exactly what they state they are, Personal. But in as much as they are unique they are aimed at serving a common purpose, to convince the selection committee panel that you deserve to be considered for the scholarship. In other words, there are some common ways in which you are expected to ‘package’ your uniqueness.   The list below is not exhaustive, but touches on some key issues that you may need to consider It is a serious document; give it the seriousness it deserves. A Personal Statement is not a high school composition about ‘Myself’. It is…