Type the title centered at the top of your document. This can be as simple as "Goal Statement." Skip two lines after the title, and align your text to the left.
Type your first paragraph. In this paragraph grab the reader's attention. A good way to start is to include a story about the person who influenced you to study literature. Do not indent your paragraphs. Skip a line when you are finished with your paragraph.
Type your second paragraph. This paragraph should detail why you wish to become a part of the literature program. Include any relevant experiences in your life. Let your passion for literature come through your writing. Skip a line when you are finished with this paragraph.
Type your third paragraph. In this paragraph describe why you wish to become a part of the literature program at the college or university you are applying to. Be specific, cite research that has been done there or books or papers written by their professors that have inspired you. Thank them for considering you for admittance at the conclusion of the paragraph.