Frequently Asked Questions

Is the personal statement more important post pandemic?

The Covid-19 Pandemic which has swept the world has completely changed the university admissions process. As the cancellation of traditional examinations has led to rampant grade inflation, universities have begun to pay extra attention to the other metrics which constitute university applications, including the personal statement. It is thus vital that your personal statement be the very best it can be, which is why we are here to help!

What is the Senior Writer or Director Upgrade?

A senior Writer or Director upgrade will ensure you get one of the more experienced team members at Getting In. We will always ensure the writer you upgrade to have years of experience in the course you are applying for.

Should Upgrade to a Video Consultation?

This is a fantastic way of expressing yourself to the team. It can also improve the statement as our tutor and team will really get to know you and your application.

Who is going to write my personal statement?

Our team of expert writers all have at least a 2.I from the most prestigious universities in the UK, including Oxford and Cambridge. They are all vetted to make sure their writing is to the very highest standard and that they are very well informed about the university admission process. Our team covers almost all subjects on offer at undergraduate and postgraduate levels and so know exactly how to make your personal statement stand out. Our expert team cover all courses and universities. For the most competitive courses look at upgrading to a senior writer or director at check out. You can also upgrade to a video consultation for video interview with a tutor to maximise the quality of the work

What makes for the perfect personal statement?

There is much contention about what goes into making the perfect personal statement. We at Getting In believe that the best personal statements are accurate reflections of you, weaving all of your academic achievements, extracurricular activities, interests and aspirations into a compelling, eloquent narrative. Using our extensive questionnaire, our expert writers will make sure your personal statement is unique and tailored to you. If you want something truely special consider upgrading to a director or senior Writer. You can also upgrade to have a video session with a tutor.

How much detail should I go into for the questionnaire?

In short, the more detail we have about you, the most accurate we are able to make your personal statement. That said, given the 4000 character limit, it will not be possible to include all the information you provide, but our expert writers know exactly what admissions tutors are looking for and will be able to pick appropriately.

Should I include any extracurricular activities?

Certainly! Although university is primarily about academic pursuits, admissions tutors want to know about you as an individual. Indeed, including interesting or unique extracurricular activities that you have done in your life can be a good way to leave a lasting impression on your admissions tutor and stand out from the crowd.

What if I already have a first draft of my personal statement?

Well done — that’s the difficult part over! If you have already written a draft and you need some advice or editing done before you send it off, our Edit Service is perfect for you! One of our expert writers will go through your personal statement with a fine-toothed comb, eliminate any errors and make sure your personal statement is the very best it can be.

Do you provide any other services apart from personal statement writing?

We certainly do! If you are unsure what course or universities to apply to, we offer an amazing suite of university guidance services and zoom consultation services, aimed at helping you pick the very best course for you. Our expert writers are also able to help you with CVs, cover letters, references and letters of recommendation, which can be a perfect accompaniment to your application.

What are the different kinds of personal statement services at Getting In?

The Edit Service is perfect for those students who already have a draft of their personal statement and need help taking it to the next level.

Our Standard service is great for most courses and universities in the UK and will see one of our expert writers provide you with an amazing personal statement that is ready to hand in.

If you are applying to a very competitive course (i.e. Law, Economics) and need some extra support to help make your personal statement stand out from the crowd, then our Competitive Service is for you. This can be used for all courses and will ensure you a truely special personal statement.

If you are applying to Oxbridge or Medical school, then we highly recommend our Oxbridge Service and Medical Service respectively, as this ensures your personal statement will be written by a subject expert with at least 5 years of writing experience, to give you the very best chance of success.

How much do your services cost?

Our different services are priced differently to reflect the amount of time and expertise that is required to craft each type of personal statement. Our Edit Service, for instance, is priced very competitively at £79.99, whereas our elite Oxbridge,Medical and Competitive Services start from £169.99, to reflect the considerable extra care and attention they are given. If you want the best personal statement you can also upgrade your writer to a Director at the check out.

Will I have a chance to review my statement?

Definitely. All of our personal statement writing services include a 7-day review period in which you can request any changes or amendments to your personal statement free of charge. This is to ensure you have 100% confidence in your work before it is submitted.

Why use Getting In?

Applying to university can be one of the most stressful processes you will have experienced and no doubt — where you end up at University and what you study will impact you for the rest of your life. Getting In’s unique services help you will every stage of the process, from finding your dream university to writing a personal statement for it — and everything in between! Our unrivalled panel of subject experts means that we always have someone in house who is qualified and ready to help you. We have been doing this for well over a decade now and get outstanding results for our clients.

How do the Zoom Consultations work?

When you place an order for one of our Zoom Consultations, we will arrange a time convenient for you for a one-hour meeting with of our expert admissions advisors. You will be able to talk about any problems you are facing with your admissions process.

How should I prepare for the Zoom Consultation?

It is advisable that you come to the session with a rough idea of the kind of course — or a list of potential courses — that you would like to study. Also come ready to talk about yourself, your past experiences, your ambitions and your goals.

What happens after I order?

Once you place an order, we will match you with the best tutor for your stated field and subject and write back to you as soon as possible to arrange a date that works for you. Any platform can be used for the consultation.

What is a senior tutor for the zoom consultation service?

A senior tutor is a member of our team who has at least 5 years’ admissions experience in your given subject and is thus more qualified to write you the best possible personal statement.