<p>It says limit it to 500 words. That's a short essay length. Are they looking for a short essay or just a few of the main reasons as to why you are applying?</p>
<p>The limit is 500 characters not words. You won’t be able to fit more than 4-5 sentences.</p>
<p>Oh. Thank you. I misread it.</p>
<p>Oh wow, I made this mistake also</p>