Citation Page Estimator
Pages, words and references for a paper.
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Results
- Words needed
- 2,750
- References expected
- 15
- Paragraphs (150 words)
- 18
- Writing hours at 400 w/h
- 6.9
Quick answer
A double-spaced page holds roughly 275 words, and papers average one to two references per page.
Words = pages × words per page
How to use the Citation Page Estimator
- 1Enter the required page count.
- 2Pick single or double spacing.
- 3Set how many references your field expects per page.
Worked example
Using the values the calculator loads with:
Inputs
- Pages required10
- SpacingDouble spaced
- References per page1.5
Results
- Words needed2,750
- References expected15
- Paragraphs (150 words)18
- Writing hours at 400 w/h6.9
Frequently asked questions
How many words is a 5 page paper?
About 1,375 words double spaced.
How many sources for 10 pages?
Typically 10–20 depending on discipline.
About this calculator
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