<p>Hello,</p>
<p>My friend is looking to transfer and recently received a notice from one of her schools that asked her to explain the gap in her educational history. The truth is that she had to take a year off from college for an eating disorder/medical leave where she was in a treatment facility. She came to me to ask her for help with writing the statement, but the problem is I have no experience in doing such a thing and they won't review any part of her application until she submits her statement. (The overall deadline is in a few days, and she has everything else submitted!)</p>
<p>I was wondering if anyone has had any experience in having to write a statement about a period of absence in their educational history (whether due to a similar reason or else wise). We can't decide whether her essay should be more, well, "flowery" or cut-and-dry (just the facts/dates). How specific should she get? How long should it be? If anyone has an examples they would be willing to share it would be more than appreciated (you can PM them to me as well if you wish not to post them)</p>
<p>HERE IS THE PROMPT/NOTICE THEY SENT HER: "In your education history, you indicated that there was a gap in your enrollment between schools. Please explain to us how you spent your time when you were not enrolled as a student."</p>
<p>Again, thanks so much...I know that everyone is really busy so I would be happy to help someone else with their essays/proof-read in return. </p>
<p>Hope all is well!</p>