So many words on the biography....

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<p>I wrote my biography, trying to put in everything about the general growing-up aspects of my life, but it is around 400 words. I've seen some recommend to have no less than 600, but should I really stretch to add more? It seems like through the two other essays (and the short answers / supplements for every college) who I am clearly shines through... I guess I am just asking: will they look at a short essay and frown at its length before starting to read?</p>

<p>From a worried physics nut, thanks</p>

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<p>A short essay is great. Admissions officers will appreciate your brevity and are less likely to get bored while reading any fluff in your essay. Being concise is a mark of strong writing ability. If you feel that you have three solid pieces, don’t artificially make one longer-it’s not in your best interest.</p>

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<p>Thanks so much! That;s exactly what I was hoping to hear. I really appreciate you clearing that up.</p>

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<p>Also curious about this. I ended up at 452. Somehow, I feel this is too short.</p>

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<p>Mine is 700+ because of the 800 word limit. Is it not good to run close to that? I suppose mine is a bit rambling…</p>

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<p>the 800 is a ceiling, not a floor or a suggestion
They’re basically saying “if you go above 800, we won’t even allow to to submit it.” That’s how big of a sin that is.
400-500 is completely fine, if you wrote everything you wanted</p>