<p>I'm just beginning all the pre-writing for my Common App essay and I was wondering how long they generally are?</p>
<p>I have heard from 500 words to 2.5 pages, so I'm not sure what length is best...</p>
<p>Thanks</p>
<p>However long it takes to say what you want to say :)</p>
<p>…in general, between 250 and 1000 words.</p>