College essay...should I?

Applying to College
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<p>So, this university I am applying to specifically states the limit of words for both required essays are 250 words. But, would it be damaging to my application if I exceeded the limit by , lets say, 70 words? Has anyone here exceeded the limit and gotten away with it? I know short essays require a lot of adroitness to be griping and effective, but sometimes you just inevitably more words to develop the argument. What if I sent a longer essay but made sure the other was within the limit? </p>

<p>Any comments are helpful.</p>

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<p>PS. I know there was another thread concerning this issue, but I would still appreciate suggestions regarding my situation.</p>

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<p>it's going to depend on the school and their systems. some online apps won't let you type after the set limit. I would recommend talking to someone from each school.</p>