Hey there, I'm beginning to work on my Common App essay for next year, but I'm not sure about the word count limit. Does anyone know the maximum word count for the essays? Thanks in advance!
Hey! The Common App essay has a strict word count limit of 650 words. You don't have to use all 650 words, but you cannot exceed the limit. It's crucial to write a well-thought-out essay that effectively communicates your main ideas and personal story while staying within this constraint. If you're looking for further guidance on how to manage word counts while writing your college essays, check out CollegeVine's blog post on exactly this topic: https://blog.collegevine.com/college-essay-length.
Good luck with your essay writing!
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