SOP Sample for MS in Computer Science in USA - Fresher Profile

Statement of Purpose

Applicant: [APPLICANT_NAME] Graduate Program Opted: MSc Computer Science Intended Term of Entry: September Intake 2022

When Alexander the Great visited Diogenes and asked whether he could do anything for the famed teacher, Diogenes replied: "Only stand out of my light." Perhaps someday we shall know how to heighten creativity. Until then, one of the best things we can do for creative men and women is to stand out of their light. - John W. Gardner, author and educator (8 Oct 1912-2002).

I hope that I will have the wisdom to stand out the light of people who have more expertise than me yet be a beacon of light in the darkness.

I remember vividly at the age of 8, how engrossed I was looking at computers and machines for the first time. I was entranced looking at the colourful pictures on the web and playing games. My parents had to tear me away from this marvellous machine to have my dinner and go to bed. Over the years I was filled with amazement learning how to operate a computer and get things done with ease. It was not difficult to understand why I developed such an intense love for Computers and Technology.

My journey on my ambitious but heartfelt path of being an engineer began with my proclivities for Mathematics and Science. Being assiduous and industrious I completed my schooling with a 9.8 GCPA, and was ranked in the top 3% in my class. This proved that I was good in these subjects and hence, I opted for Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry, as my electives in high school. Not only did I secure 98.2% at the end of the course but also stood 1st in the entire college. Due to my high ranking score in the EAMCET (Engineering Agricultural and Medical Common Entrance Test), I was granted a scholarship that covered the tuition fee to pursue Bachelors.

Having become aware of microprocessors and signal processing concepts in high school, Electronics has always fascinated me. It generated a lot of excitement in me, as I saw that everything around us is undergoing rapid transformation, to the extent that we see the present only when it has already started disappearing. In the past few decades' man started to advance into the unknown realms of technology and science. The increasing complexity and magnitude of this advancement are to make life easy and to increase human comfort. With this in mind, I opted for Electronics and Telecommunication in under graduation.

In addition, Computer science has always attracted me. As I delved into the realm of Computer and Technology, my initial awe turned into an unquenchable thirst to delve deeper into this domain. I kept myself updated with technical skills in C, Python, Salesforce Apex, Object-Oriented through Java, SQL/PLSQL, UNIX, Network Management Systems, and Computer Networks which are a part of the curriculum. All these adduced my dexterity and proactive attitude. I found that IoT is one of the most incomparable subjects that I have studied and want to work in this field later. My academic projects and internship granted me a high level of knowledge. Participating in many open voluntary workshops augmented my technical skills and enhanced my extra interpersonal skills. My continuous efforts during under graduation helped me to achieve a total of 8.32 CGPA at the end of my final year.

As a fresh graduate, [COMPANY_NAME] selected me in one of their campus drives. I am grateful for the opportunity, support and encouragement that I receive from my project heads and managers. I have been awarded for the efforts that I put in to make the projects that I was assigned to a success. My employers are happy with my decision to pursue Masters in Computer Science where I can grow both professionally and personally and be able to chase my dreams and develop my full potential.

As new technologies emerge, growth patterns shift. To be on the right track, engineers need to be updated about the changes in industry and of emerging technologies. A Masters' Degree from the reputed [UNIVERSITY_NAME] would be one of the best options to keep pace with changing global trends and the rapid progress that technology is making. I am confident that I possess the requisite background and the motivation to identify with and contribute to the endeavours of [UNIVERSITY_NAME]. I am confident that I will match the high standards set by your institution and contribute fruitfully to the research endeavours that are being undertaken.

My intention is to complete an international M.S. degree and gain in-depth knowledge and hands-on experience that will help me to fulfil my dream of becoming a Software Architect in a reputed organization back in India. I wish to actively participate in its growth and that of my nation. As an alternative, I wish to devote myself to comprehensive research work, which would prove to be beneficial to mankind.

Thank you for giving me an opportunity to express my views.