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Old 11-30-2008, 09:39 PM   #1
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Will a college kill me if my essay is 40 words over the maximum (500 words)?
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Old 11-30-2008, 09:46 PM   #2
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I think 40 words is fine.
My common app essay was like 750 words... there was no limit! I probably should have cut that down...
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Old 11-30-2008, 09:55 PM   #3
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yeah cut out a few words if you can. but i think your alright.
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Old 11-30-2008, 09:56 PM   #4
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I don't think they'll kill you for it but it's still a good idea to cut down redundant words and stuff.
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