High School Essay, College Essay or College Thesis

Depending on the topic you are writing about, your paper may require more thorough editing and fact-checking from someone who is an expert in the field. 

A college essay will provide you the chance to dig into your personal history, ponder your personal philosophies, and attempt to try to define who you are as a person.

Below are some examples of essays and their lengths that you may be asked to write. In most cases, you will be assigned a certain number of words or pages but, if you’re not sure, always check with your instructor.

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High school essay

300–1000 words

In high school you are often asked to write a 5-paragraph essay, composed of an introduction, three body paragraphs, and a conclusion.

College admission essay

200–650 words

College applications require a short personal essay to express your interests and motivations. This generally has a strict word limit.

Undergraduate college essay

1500–5000 words

The length and content of essay assignments in college varies depending on the institution, department, course level, and syllabus.

Graduate school admission essay

500–1000 words

Graduate school applications usually require a longer personal statement and/or statement of purpose detailing your academic achievements and motivations.

Graduate school essay

2500–6000 words

Graduate-level assignments vary by institution and discipline, but are likely to include longer essays or research papers.