<p>I'm just wondering how long your guys' common app essays are. I haven't started yet, so I'm just wondering how much I should aim for.</p>
<p>Writing just 500 words took me four to five hours. ):</p>
<p>Yea, thanks, guys!</p>
<p>779 words. But the ideal length is 550-650, I’ve heard.</p>
<p>Thanks! (:</p>