<p>How definite is the word limit? I'm currently at 630, but the whole document fits on one page in a normal size 11 font. And it definitely remains interesting throughout.</p>
<p>The 500 word limit is just a guideline. Though, I would check with your college if they care or not. Many times they won’t. </p>
<p>Though if it does go over the limit, make sure it is interesting and doesn’t repeat anything you’ve already written.</p>
<p>If you’re talking Common App, it’s a hard hard hard limit. Your essay will get chopped off if it extends beyond.</p>
<p>^^ actually it doesn’t get chopped off as you submit it as a document</p>
<p>Yes, 500 words is definatley not the limit, it is a guideline, I’ve talked to an admissions counselor and she said that my 600 word essay was a perfect lenghth, you essay lenghth sounds fine:)</p>