<p>It is completely unfair that common app has the 500 word limit. I have been taking college English and writing classes for the past two years. I think my 624 word essay wouldnt have strained an admissions rep's eyes too much. It is so hard to fit a quality essay in 500 words. Sorry. Just a rant.</p>
<p>I’ll quote what I wrote on a similar thread:
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<p>If another kid can convey the same amount of information as you with the same quality in 500 words, who do you think will will more impressive to the adcoms?</p>