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Personal statements for MD, DO, and PA programs. 11 rubrics available, each scoring your essay across multiple dimensions with specific feedback.

AACOMAS Personal Statement — DO

Why do you want to pursue osteopathic medicine, and what has prepared you?

6 sections600–900 words

AADSAS Experiences — Dental

Describe one experience — dental, shadowing, volunteer, research, employment, or academic — explaining what you did and its impact. Up to six may be flagged as Most Important.

4 sections90–110 words

AADSAS Personal Statement — Dental

What motivated you to pursue a career in oral health? In your response, you may wish to describe and highlight your strengths, experiences, background, and uniqueness that will contribute to your success in this career.

7 sections700–750 words

AMCAS Other Impactful Experiences — MD

This could include lived experiences related to your family background, financial background, community setting, educational experiences, and/or other life circumstances.

5 sections150–250 words

AMCAS Personal Statement — MD

Use the space provided to explain why you want to go to medical school.

7 sections600–900 words

CASPA AI and Technology Essay — PA

Emerging technologies like artificial intelligence, telemedicine, and wearable health devices are changing how clinicians deliver care. How should future PAs learn to use these tools thoughtfully while maintaining strong, human-centered relationships with patients, even in settings where access to technology may be limited?

6 sections300–450 words

CASPA Life Experiences Essay — PA

Explain how your life experiences and/or perspectives could contribute to the PA profession. How can these experiences help advance the goal of having healthcare providers who reflect the population of the country?

5 sections300–450 words

CASPA Personal Statement — PA

In your own words, write a brief statement expressing your motivation or desire to become a physician assistant.

6 sections550–850 words

TMDSAS Optional Essay — Texas MD

Briefly discuss any unique circumstances or life experiences that are relevant to your application, which have not previously been presented.

5 sections300–450 words

TMDSAS Personal Characteristics — Texas MD

A key aspect of holistic review includes the consideration of applicants' attributes within the context of their experiences and academic metrics. Describe any personal qualities, characteristics, and/or lived experiences that could enrich the educational experience of others.

6 sections300–450 words

TMDSAS Personal Statement — Texas MD

Explain your motivation to seek a career in medicine. You are asked to include the value of your experiences that prepare you to be a physician.

6 sections550–850 words