Essay 306 words - cut down?

Colleges & Universities A-Z Massachusetts Institute of Technology
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<p>Hi,</p>

<p>One of my essays are 306, although they say that the limit is 250. Is it absolutely required that I cut down a bit more, at least to the 275 range? I really have made my essay super concise, so it'll be difficult to cut down without losing any substance.</p>

<p>The writing doesn't get much smaller on the app, but do I respect the admissions officers time.</p>

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<p>If it takes you more than 30 seconds to read 31 words, then cut it down :D</p>

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<p>Going over is fine so long as it is integral to your application.</p>