<p>Quick question.. on my state university's (online) application, there is a question that asks "What are your strengths/talents?".. how long do you think my response should be? They ask for two 250 words essays in addition to this, so I'm guessing maybe 50-150? Any suggestions?</p>
<p>I am not sure about length but I would recommend that you try to mention a strength and then give a concrete example. For instance (this is not a great example but you will see what I mean). I am extremely reliable, I worked at Joe's car wash at 7:00am every day and I was never late. Don't just list things like I am reliable, hard working, strive for perfection, whatever....give specific concrete examples to back up what you say.</p>