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22 Nov 2013, 03:48
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Hi all,
I'm currently writing my essay for HBS (2+2), and I've reached 900 words.
Most of what I've seen on the internet says it shouldn't be more than 700 words. However, I feel like I've only adressed important stuff, that really gives HBS a glimpse of who I am and what my passions/motivations are..
So would 900 words be too much or is it okay ?
I'm currently writing my essay for HBS (2+2), and I've reached 900 words.
Most of what I've seen on the internet says it shouldn't be more than 700 words. However, I feel like I've only adressed important stuff, that really gives HBS a glimpse of who I am and what my passions/motivations are..
So would 900 words be too much or is it okay ?
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22 Nov 2013, 16:09
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Is there a word limit set by Harvard? If not don't worry if you have 900 words.
Do make your essay concise and to the point. That requires editing. I had a couple of friends rip my essay apart and it really helped with the clarity of the essays. Also reduced the word count.
Good luck
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Do make your essay concise and to the point. That requires editing. I had a couple of friends rip my essay apart and it really helped with the clarity of the essays. Also reduced the word count.
Good luck
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23 Nov 2013, 02:33
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Certainly not provided it's all good content. My advice would be to read through the essay and with each paragraph/sentence ask yourself 'what does this say about me?'. If it's an important part of your application or strength of yours, it needs to be there. If it doesn't, cut it. Keep it condensed to what you want to say.
I wrote around 1500 words for the same essay (full time application) and just had my interview this week, so they don't mind longer answers in the right circumstances.
I wrote around 1500 words for the same essay (full time application) and just had my interview this week, so they don't mind longer answers in the right circumstances.
