For standard academic formatting, 3 pages double spaced in 12-point font is usually about 750–900 words.

Quick Scoop

Typical word count for 3 pages

  • With 12-point Times New Roman or Arial , double spaced, 1-inch margins:
    • 1 page ≈ 250–300 words.
* 3 pages ≈ **750–900 words**.

So if your teacher says “3 pages, double spaced, 12 font,” you’re generally aiming for somewhere in that 750–900 word window, unless they specify a different range.

Why it’s only an estimate

The exact number depends on things like:

  • Font type (Times New Roman vs Arial vs Calibri).
  • Margins (standard 1-inch vs anything wider or narrower).
  • Paragraph spacing (extra space before/after paragraphs will reduce words per page).

A quick way to check your own setup is to type one full page with your actual formatting and run a word count; if it’s around 250–300 words, then 3 pages of similar text will land in that 750–900 range.

If your assignment gives a word requirement (for example, “800–1000 words”), always follow that first and treat the page count as a rough guide.

TL;DR: 3 pages, double spaced, 12-point font = about 750–900 words in most school or college formats.

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