"I am sure many qualified applicants are applying to your program. However, it would be best if you chose me because of my dedication, research experience, and leadership skills. I have proven my dedication to this field by volunteering for the past six years at a children's hospital while attending pharmacy school. I have developed my research skills, given presentations, and written abstracts on pediatric pharmacotherapy while critically evaluating the original research. During my research experience, my leadership skills were noticed and commended by professors who told me I have natural leadership abilities. I look forward to the opportunity to bring these skills to your esteemed residency program."