<p>Candidates respond to all three essay topics using at least 250 words, but not exceeding the space provided.</p>
<pre><code>Stanford students possess intellectual vitality. Reflect on an idea or experience that has been important to your intellectual development.
Virtually all of Stanford’s undergraduates live on campus. Write a note to your future roommate that reveals something about you or that will help your roommate—and us—know you better.
What matters to you, and why?
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<p>It says at least 250 words and the common app supplement confirms that by saying at least 250 words to 2000 characters. So follow the common app.</p>