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Home FAQ Can a cover letter be two pages?

Can a cover letter be two pages?

No, a cover letter can’t be two pages. A two page cover letter is too long, and is likely to lose the hiring manager’s attention.

If your cover letter runs onto a second page, it’s a sign that it isn’t focused enough and that you’re starting to ramble.

The ideal length for a cover letter is:

  • Between ½ and one page
  • 250–400 words
  • 3 to 4 paragraphs long

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Make sure your cover letter follows HR-approved best practices.

A great cover letter should be one page and follow standard cover letter formatting rules, like having .5 to 1-inch margins and breaks between paragraphs.

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