how much over the word limit?

Colleges & Universities Columbia University
1

<p>My essay is hella long.
How far over the 500 word limit can we go?</p>

2

<p>600 is pushing it.</p>

3

<p>Ive heard no more than 5% over the limit. so 525</p>

4

<p>mine is about 700</p>

5

<p>Is 571 good or should I try to cut more out?</p>