<p>What is the appropriate length of the "Why Penn" essay? Is 300 words appropriate or does that seem too short?</p>
<p>Thank you!</p>
<p>i would normally say about 500 words, but seeing as this all on the common app it's probably okay to go shorter. this essay is really important though obviously.</p>
<p>I think the app says to limit your response to 1 page..im not sure how strict they are about exceeding one page</p>
<p>500 words is about right. Make a 3 page essay and kiss your admission good bye.</p>