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  1. Hi, all, I just reviewed my thus-far submitted apps and found a tiny error in my SOP. I left out one word in each of them, in the following way - "Studying at would be" instead of, for example, "Studying at Brandeis would be..." Now, I state quite clearly multiple times in each of these statements the specific institution and program I'm applying for - so they know, very clearly. That said, a tiny error like this infuriates me. I've done my absolute best work on these apps, and I feel that my chances this year are on the good side of acceptances. In anyone's wise and experienced opinion, does such an error matter in the larger picture of my whole application - statement, recommendation, test scores, diversity statements etc.? Thanks, LL
  2. Hi, all, Wondering if anyone knows anything about the UMN Political Science Ph.D. writing sample requirements? I cannot find any restrictions in terms of length, other than document size. Thanks, Laurie
  3. Shana, thank you. That's really good to hear that someone else has re-applied. My discipline is English, for the record. I, too, believe that with the changes I'm planning to make to my new application - better test scores and new, improved, personal/research statements - I'll stand a far better chance in the coming fall than I did last time. Anyone else have any thoughts on this? I'd really appreciate any and all feedback, advice, hints, experiences, etc. Cheers.
  4. Sure things, and good for me to clarify! I'll be applying this coming autumn and winter (2015), with a view to starting my PhD/D.Phil in Fall 2016. So, not this current cycle!
  5. Hi All, Trying to get a good head start on applications this year. A bit of context about me, first of all. I'm a dual British and American citizen, currently working for my undergraduate alma mater as a writer in their communications office. My education background is as follows: High/Secondary School - I.B. Diploma, United World College of the American West B.A. - Colorado College, English focus. M.A. - Dartmouth College, Politics & Literature focus. By the time the 2015 application cycle comes around, I'll have had nearly two years worth of full-time work under my belt. I applied six schools and courses last year, with no successes. My GRE scores, from my senior year at my undergrad, aren't the best, and my application materials were a bit lackluster if I'm honest. That said, I'm determined to try again. I'll be taking the GRE again this year, as well as the Literature subject GRE, planning for better prep and scores. Additionally, I'll be spending a few months on my essays, statements, and other materials. With all those improvements in mind, combined with my work experience, I think I'll be a far stronger candidate for admission this time around. I'm wondering if anyone has had similar experiences, of re-applying, and what their successes and failures were like as a result? Thanks!
  6. Also waiting. Applied to D.Phil in English w/ January deadline, late March for me.
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