<p>So, I'm writing my why wellesley answer and a paragraph break would be effective and logical in the middle of my second paragraph. But, that would make it three paragraphs! Does that show I can't follow directions, since the supplement specifically asks for "two well developed paragraphs"?</p>
<p>Yes, it does. Re-work it to eliminate the need for the break.</p>
<p>"Two well-developed paragraphs" probably translates to something like, "two overarching ideas." If three paragraphs feels logical, then you might want to rethink one of your points. I don't think that three paragraphs would be the end of the world, but see if you can rework the text to more clearly fit within the stated guidelines.</p>
<p>I asked today on a chat and they said that two paragraphs is a general guideline, but it's not the end of the world if you have 3 paragraphs.</p>
<p>If Wellesley really wants you, an extra paragraph won't matter.</p>
<p>i have this problem too! my essay structure is a little unorthodox actually but it basically has 3 main points.</p>
<p>I personally thought 2 well developed paragraphs meant approx. 250- 300 words rather than two main points-- but now that I read this post, i'm skeptical.</p>
<p>Take my advice with a grain of salt! I'm in paper-writing mode where a paragraph means a point, not a word-count. Applications are a different kettle of fish, so go with what feels right.</p>
Hi, I am applying to Wellesley RD and was wondering what the word count on the writing supplement was. It says “in two well-developed paragraphs” and there was something on the essay tips on the Wellesley website that said you should be able to explain yourself in 500 words, but I wasn’t sure if that was referring to the common app essay or the supplement. I know in previous years the limit was 400, but does anyone have an idea of the word count for the supplement? Thank you!
I agree with ringer05. I interpreted “two well developed paragraphs” to mean two overarching points, or ideas. I had 4 paragraphs, with a short intro, two long paragraphs, and then a nice conclusion so that the essay wouldn’t end too abruptly.
Oh whoops I didn’t realize this thread is EIGHT YEARS OLD. Please don’t resurrect old threads!
@Ambitious19 haha it’s okay, I think a lot of people had the same question. I did, but I decided to stick with 2 paragraphs even though it would’ve been better for my essay if I had 4.
Gosh, they haven’t updated their question since 2007? Honestly, I thought it was one of the more poorly written supplement questions I’ve come across. 