We recommend writing about 200-400 words for essay questions 1, 2, and 3. The maximum is 5,000 characters (not words) - the application form will not accept anything longer than that.
You will also see the following short answer question on the application:
Pick something you care about. It can be anything — here are some examples:
- Books
- Movies
- Issues your city
Now, give us your top 5 list in the category you picked.
Your response to this short answer question should be about 100 words long.
It's okay if your essay is slightly longer than the recommended word count, but if it exceeds the character limit, you won’t be able to submit your application. Please take the time to revise your essay to ensure you can express everything within the limit.