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Is the Statement of Purpose (PhD program) word limit enforced strictly?



jasrine 1 / 3  
Feb 25, 2010   #1
The Rutgers Business school PhD program has a 300-500 word limit on the Statement of Purpose. However much I try, my word count stays around 750.

Do you think I should stick to their given limit? Is it going to count against me, if I exceed?
Any input is appreciated.
thanks

gber371 3 / 8  
Feb 25, 2010   #2
Hi!

I've questioned these word limits myself. I know it's really hard to cut something down when you think it's perfect the way it is. I think it would probably be fine if you went a slightly over the limit, but 750 words is quite a bit. It may help to skin it down a little. Although it probably wouldn't count too much against you, the admissions people might not read all of it, thus your point may not come off a strong as you want.

This is just my opinion, but I hoped it helped. :)
yang 2 / 278  
Feb 25, 2010   #3
Although I am uncertain for PHD programs, usually the word limit stands for +-10%. Since it states 300-500 words and not around 500 words, the admin might want below or equal to 500.

I'm sure that you could reduce it somehow, often it's cutting down a few nonessential details that'll do the trick.
aholybastard - / 1  
Feb 26, 2010   #4
Hello,

If I were you, I would not exceed 500 words.
OP jasrine 1 / 3  
Feb 26, 2010   #5
Thanks guys. I'll work on it.
mary123 3 / 10  
Feb 26, 2010   #6
i think that it doesn't matter for them if you write more than they limit you
but if u stick in what they said
it will be better
OP jasrine 1 / 3  
Feb 27, 2010   #7
i have re-written this so many times...i am down to 530 now...can't seem to reduce more :(
EF_Kevin 8 / 13053  
Feb 27, 2010   #8
Yes, you have to get it within that limit. It is not always good to have more words. You need to be able to express a point within 1,000 words, 500 words, 300 words, or 100 words... or even one word!

That is part of the challenge. Good luck!! I know it is hard.
OP jasrine 1 / 3  
Feb 27, 2010   #9
Did it...490 words!!!!!!!
gber371 3 / 8  
Feb 27, 2010   #10
Congratulations! Knew you could do it. Best of luck!!! :D


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