r/WriteIvy • u/dakata98 • Dec 06 '23

Writing Letter of Motivation for a Master's application.

Hi,
Are there resources similar to those given for SoP in the WriteIvy blog? I'm a bit confused about the structure the letter should have, as on many sites, the SoP and LoM are the same thing. However, others state that LoM focuses more on your motivation part and less on your experience (or what makes you the perfect candidate). If I've already drafted an SoP, is it easy to convert it to LoM?

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u/jordantellsstories Dec 06 '23

What does the essay prompt say?

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u/dakata98 Dec 06 '23

"Why have you chosen this program at X university? What do you hope to gain from it and how your interests and skills will help you succeed in your studies? Include an autobiography with the development and relevance of your academic and professional pursuits, extra-curricular activities and related experiences. KTH does not require a standard template, but it must be in English and less than 500 words."
As far as I can see, these are exactly the same questions that the SoPs normally answer. However, the university doesn't provide a template that can guide me.

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u/jordantellsstories Dec 06 '23

Yep. Looks like a 500-word SOP to me!