<p>my short essay is only 293 words long (it is supposed to be around 250) and it takes up about half a page. Should I print it double spaced or leave it the way it is?</p>
<p>If I double space it, it goes on to the next page b/c of the prompt and stuff written at the top.</p>
<p>Cut it down, if at all possible. You’re 43 words over the limit, and that could make a big difference. If this doesn’t work, you could try using 1.9 or 1.8 spacing… any spacing is better than no spacing, since it helps the reader’s eyes…</p>
<p>i usually do 1.5 spacing, but i wouldn’t go on to the next page… the adcoms have thousands of these to read, so keep the presentation simple.</p>