Meaning of the word "statement of purpose" in English

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statement of purpose

US /ˈsteɪtmənt əv ˈpɜrpəs/
UK /ˈsteɪtmənt əv ˈpɜːpəs/

Noun

a written essay or personal statement submitted by an applicant to a university or college, especially for graduate school, explaining their academic and professional goals and why they are a good fit for the program

Example:
Her compelling statement of purpose helped her get accepted into the prestigious Ph.D. program.
Writing a strong statement of purpose is crucial for graduate school applications.