<p>Ok... when it says at least 250 words, I am assuming that you can go over 250 words. What is an acceptable amount to go over? Would 400 words be too much?</p>
<p>I assume that you are referring to the common application. In the past, the limit was 500 words. This year, there is no stated limit. 400 words will not be too much. You could go over 400 if you have more personal, detailed, honest and revealing things to say. If you don't, though, then stay at 400 words.</p>
<p>haha..no I was actually referring to the Stanford app where it says at least 250 words... but thank you =)</p>
<p>500 or less is consider great for a college essay</p>
<p>Sorry about the incorrect assumption, 400 words will still be fine imo.</p>