<p>how long should it be in words? 500?
and the site said one or two typed pages, would this be double spaced or single spaced?</p>
<p>I got the impression Chicago isn't the 'count every word and penalize you' type school. Don't write a novel, but I really don't think they care.</p>
<p>It's single spaced. 12 size font, it's not your typical essay, it's much longer. I know a couple that are 1,500+ words but if it's good, who cares.</p>
<p>Mine was 600 words, but like others have said, nobody's counting. That's probably why they left the requirement so vague.</p>
<p>Make the essays awesome.</p>
<p>Son submitted an 800 word poem. There seems to be enormous variety.</p>
<p>Quality more than quantity should be the concern.</p>
<p>yeah i suggest having someone take a look at it and seeing if everything you write is necessary. if it is, then leave it. if it isn't, chop stuff off. Clear and concise writing is best.</p>