Residency Personal Statement Editing

The residency personal statement is your opportunity to set your application apart from your peers. Residency program directors look to the residency personal statement to understand who you are – beyond your test scores and CV. It helps them determine if you would be the right “fit” for their program. A strong personal statement on your ERAS application can help you attain a US medical residency.

IMGprep offers a comprehensive residency personal editing service that ensures that your application is as professional and well prepared as possible. The professional writers at IMGprep will work with you to develop a unique, distinctive and professional personal statement that expresses who you are in a manner that stands out from other applicants.

Your editor will help you overcome the difficulties associated with writing a residency personal statement by:

Our experts will help you tell your story while maintaining your unique voice.  Evaluation boards need the residency personal statement to reflect who you really are; they use it to determine whether you’re a good fit for their program.

ERAS Personal Statement – $785/each | With Rush Fee $885

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Frequently Asked Questions

Straightforward answers to common questions about the residency personal statement and IMGPrep’s editing service.

What happens when I upload my draft personal statement?

Once you upload your draft, a dedicated writer will be assigned to you. This writer will work with you throughout the process to refine and perfect your statement. After reviewing your draft, the writer will reach out by email to request clarifications or additional details. Once you provide the requested information, the writer will integrate it into your personal statement. You will then review the revised version and provide feedback for final adjustments. The writer will complete a final polish to ensure your statement is ready for submission.

I am applying to two specialties, do I need two different residency personal statements?

Yes. We strongly recommend tailoring a separate personal statement for each specialty. For example, if you are applying to Internal Medicine and Family Medicine, you should purchase editing services for each specialty-specific statement.

Can’t you just write a residency personal statement for me?

No. Writing personal statements for applicants is unethical and ultimately weakens your application. Only you can authentically tell your story. Our role is to help you refine and present your experiences in a clear, professional manner. We do not edit drafts under 650 words, and we work only with the material you provide. Your insights and experiences are essential—we help you shape them into a strong statement.

What if I have writer’s block and simply can’t write 650 words?

We provide a detailed questionnaire designed to help you generate content. You will be expected to write paragraph-length answers, which serve as a starting point for discussion with our team. From this foundation, we can guide you in developing a strong draft.

How many revisions will you do?

Our writers work closely with you to refine your personal statement and provide up to two rounds of revisions.

How long should the personal statement be?

Ideally, personal statements should be one page in length. In certain cases, a longer statement may be appropriate, but it should never exceed two pages.

How much time should I take to write a personal statement?

Do not attempt to write it in one sitting. Draft your statement, set it aside, and revisit it with fresh perspective. This process often reveals new insights or details to include. Once you are satisfied with your draft, submit it to our editors for review.

How much time does it take for you to edit a personal statement?

The editing process typically takes five to seven days. A “rush” option is available, with turnaround in as little as three days.