<p>^^^^^^^^^ self-explanatory. :] Thanks!</p>
<p>Really depends on the school, I'm trying to look back. Hmmm, let's see, 11 common application, 10 with supplements, 5 of which had essays [two of which had optional essays which I didn't do], so that leaves me with 4 short answers and 1 full essay for the left over three - roughly 3 hrs [1/2 for the shorts, 1hr for the long] plus all the damn paperwork about 2 1/2 or 3 hrs, so I would say about 5 1/2 to 6hrs, maybe a little more.</p>
<p>It took me a month to do 2 long essays and 5 short answers for two colleges (USC/UCLA).</p>
<p>Each Essay edited by 5 different people including one professional.
You really should have started your essay this summer when you are free from pressures of school homework and tests.</p>
<p>Essay is the only long part. As for recommendations, just give your teacher a week or two to write one.</p>
<p>i did...i have about 3-4 essays (VERY rough draft)</p>
<p>i guess the ultimate variable is the time spent on the essay?</p>
<p>any other thoughts?</p>