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Applicant Personal Statement - California Southern University Search Learner Login 800.477.2254 CHAT REQUEST INFO ENROLL tropical (X) Toggle navigation Degrees & Programs Colleges  Behavioral Sciences  Business  Criminal Justice  Law  Nursing  Education Bachelor'sMaster'sDoctoratesBusiness CertificatesPsychology CertificatesOnline Courses Institutional EffectivenessCatalogLibraryFaculty AdmissionsUsingChecklistApply OnlineTransfer CreditsAffordable TuitionCost ComparisonsInternational ApplicantsFederal Financial Aid PolicyPersonal StatementOffice of the Registrar Why CalSouthern IntroductionAcademic QualityOnline LearningOne-on-One Faculty MentoringA Career-Relevant EducationFlexibility and ConvenienceA Community of SupportMonthly Course StartsA True Value in EducationComplete Your DegreeNo Entrance ExamsCalSouthern Alumni Association Online Learning The CalSouthern ExperienceAcademics at CalSouthernThe Learning CenterTechnical RequirementsOffice 365 and YammerLibrary ServiceseBooksCalSouthern LecturesCommon Questions About About CalSouthernThe CalSouthern MissionAccreditationAgency ApprovalsState LicensureMembershipsCalSouthern HistoryOur FounderBoard of TrusteesUniversity PresidentCareer OpportunitiesConsumer InformationCalSouthern PartnershipsMedia RelationsLocation and FacilitiesAlumni News ArticlesEventsPress ReleasesNews The Personal StatementUsingChecklistApply OnlineTransfer CreditsAffordable TuitionPayment OptionsCost ComparisonsInternational Applicants - Credential EvaluationFederal Financial Aid PolicyFederal Loan DefermentPersonal StatementOffice of the Registrar Online Education - Home Admissions Personal Statement Writing the Personal Statement for CalSouthern’s Graduate ProgramsCalSouthern requires all applicants to its master’s and doctoral stratum programs to submit a personal statement as part of the using process. The personal statement is an integral part of the process that gives both you and the university the opportunity to reflect upon and consider your motivations and preparedness for pursuing a graduate-level program. We want to ensure that the program is a good fit for you and that you are positioned for success.Format and LengthThe personal statement should be one to two pages in length, double-spaced, using Times New Roman, 12-point font.Topic to be AddressedPlease describe your motivation for pursuing your graduate degree, and discuss how your background, education, professional wits and computer literacy have prepared you for success as an engaged, self-sustaining learner at CalSouthern.For applicants to the JD program, please see section below:JD Personal StatementDiscuss the ways in which your background, education, and professional experiences prepare you for the study of law and the ways in which your personal qualities will contribute to your success as a loftiness learner.Evaluation CriteriaYour personal statement will be evaluated equal to the pursuit criteria:Your focus on the topic and responsiveness to the task;The organization, minutiae and persuasiveness of your argument; andYour writ of the language and use of towardly and constructive syntax.We suggest that you read and follow the requirements closely and write the topic thoroughly and sincerely. Be sure to write in an essay format—not, for example, as a letter or memorandum—and proofread your work carefully.We hope you find writing your personal statement to be an enjoyable and meaningful wits as you prepare to embark upon your wonk journey at CalSouthern. Quick LinksMilitary Learners International Learners Alumni Association Alumni Achievement Commencement Institutional EffectivenessWonkCatalog Contact Us Areas of StudyPsychology Business Law Criminal Justice Law Enforcement Nursing Education ProgramsBachelor's Degrees Master's Degrees Doctoral Degrees Psychology Certificates Business Certificates Individual Courses Stay Connected  Facebook  Twitter  LinkedIn  YouTube  Google+ © 2017 California Southern University Terms of UsePrivacy PolicySite Map