Is it very uncommon to have less than 500 words?

College Essays
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<p>In any case it's over, and I was satisfied with the essay. :)</p>

<p>But will 350 words be enough for places like Carleton and Washington University?</p>

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<p>if you are satisfied with the essay, then it's fine. the word limit is there as a guideline to where you don't wanna go over, you don't have to hit it.</p>

<p>most kids tend to go very close or over the limit</p>

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<p>the word limit is a maximum...
you should be fine shorter, but make sure it's more than a paragraph!</p>