500 Words...

Colleges and Universities A-Z Princeton University
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<p>This has been asked a million times, but I want to get some more opinions on how long this Princeton supplement essay can acceptably be. I know it says 'about 500 words' but I think my essay is good and engaging while significantly over 500. The first draft is 673; I agree that this is way too long, but I don't know what's considered acceptable. Would under 600 be ok? 575? 550? </p>

<p>Also, on the Universal College App, unlike the Common App, Princeton specifically says to not go over 650 or under 250. Thoughts?</p>

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<p>I was taught that when something is supposed to be about x number of words, 25 words above and 25 words below is acceptable.</p>

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<p>The form on the CA website for the princeton supplement question allows a max of 650 words</p>