密歇根大学是美国10佳综合性大学之一，也是世界上主要的研究性大学之一。密歇根大学的中国研究中心是全美国最重要的中国学基地之一，中国学研究人才荟萃。美国密歇根大学公布的消费者信心指数对美国经济有重要参考作用。
http://www.eecs.umich.edu/eecs/undergraduate/grad_statement.pdf
Guidelines for creating effective personal statements Preparation（写出有效ps的指导方针。）
1. Research the institution（研究申请的机构）
If possible visit the institution and talk to students, faculty and admissions committee members.（如果必要，应该访问申请的机构，同教职员工等谈谈，这对我们来说几乎是做梦。）
Questions to consider are: What are the criteria for acceptance? , What are the values of the
program and institution? and What are themes expressed by students and staff? .（应该考虑的问题包括，接受标准，项目以及机构的长处等）
Get to know faculty members areas of expertise and research background.（了解教职员工经验和研究背景，这些都是多余的，给你offer，一般你就会去。）
Other ways to research the program: the web, University libraries, and directly contacting the
department.（但是这种思路可以帮你写作ps，证明你对这个学校非常认真，通过多种途径了解）
2. Conduct self-reflection（反思）
What are your motivations for applying to this institution?（动机）
What are your interests, skills and goals?（兴趣、技能和目标）
How do your personal goals match with the institution and program?（如何相符）
Considerations for writing your statement
1. Follow directions on each specific application process
Read each question carefully and make sure that you answer each one.（回答提出的问题）
（个性化） Customize each statement to reflect your research and interest in that particular program. Many students apply to many programs. Avoid sending ineffective, generic personal statements.（不要说些天马行空的大话和空话）