How to write a strong SOP for your student visa application to Canada.

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Why do you need a strong statement of purpose with your student visa application.

What should I discuss on my statement of purpose?

About me

Write 3-4 sentences, describing your educational and work background, goals in life etc.

Extracurricular activities in school or college/university

Write 3-4 sentences on extracurricular activities in school. You can include example activities such as but not limited to.

  • Student leader
  • Sports captain
  • Participation in sports at school level, district, state or national level etc.
  • NCC Cadet
  • Hosted Annual functions
  • participated in volunteer work through school

Educational and work background

List out your majors in HSC and College.

Why did you choose that major and what did you do after completing your education. What made you interested in taking that career path and was that the right choice.

 

Proposed academic path

Why did I choose Canada for higher education?

Contribution to community work in India

Proof that I will leave the country after finishing the studies

Additional Information

 

At the end, you want to mention details such as CAQ is granted if you applied in Quebec.

You can also share some information about what type of financial documents are provided with the application etc.

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Statement of Purpose

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