<li><p>It says on the application that the second essay “may be shorter (about 300 words)” so does that mean if I have 500 words, that’s fine? </p></li>
<li><p>Where is the optional “What else” section on the online app?</p></li>
<li><p>I have a strong background in science, so would it hurt me if I dont write the engineering essay? </p></li>
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<li><p>in my opinion, i dont think it really matters...as long as you're around the ballpark range of words (around 400 maybe?)</p></li>
<li><p>the optional what else form is not on the online app...you must mail it</p></li>
<li><p>it wont hurt you at all, but writing the engineering essay and putting BSE might help you, as princeton is thirsty for engineers</p></li>
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