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UCAS Character Counter

Check your personal statement against the UCAS limits: 4,000 characters or 47 lines, whichever comes first.

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UCAS personal statement limits

UCAS applications cap personal statements at 4,000 characters or 47 lines of text — including blank lines — whichever limit is reached first. This UCAS character counter tracks both limits live, so you can trim your statement before you paste it into the official form.

Tips for fitting the UCAS limit

  • Long paragraphs use fewer "lines" than lots of short ones — the 47-line count includes blank lines between paragraphs.
  • Write in your own editor first, then paste it here to check before submitting on the UCAS website.
  • Cutting filler words is usually faster than rewriting whole sentences.
Does UCAS count blank lines?

Yes, blank lines between paragraphs count toward the 47-line limit, so tight formatting can help you fit more content.