You've finally finished your personal statement and it's perfect There's just one thing to consider before hitting the "send" button - will it meet the admission team's expectations?

How will you know? CASPA guidelines are vague - "Write a brief statement expressing your motivation or desire to become a physician assistant." School websites aren't generally more helpful.

Do they want to hear that you've dreamed of becoming a PA since you were five and loved your toy stethoscope? Are they interested in your volunteer work at a homeless shelter? Will it help that you've been a...