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It's a first round interview. I asked them for a phone interview, however they were booked on the day and time I asked. I asked the second time and got an email with directions which confused me.

I received an interview offer to become a Resident Director. I scheduled a phone interview and because I asked too late my interview is not this week, rather next week. However, I obtained the confirmation for the time and date...however I am expected to head over to the school for the interview. However, I don't have a car to make the 6 hour drive for the interview. I thought I stated a phone interview in my previous email and I suggested the time since I'm off from work on that day. Moreover, it gave me time before I picked up my cousins from school... I am going to call her directly. But how do I tell her this? I don't want the committee to think I'm lazy and stuff. I have commitments to make and cannot afford to head out on a short notice.

Hi all, I wanted to know if there are any scholarships available for someone on the following masters program: Masters of Science, Forensic and Biological Anthropology Track. I found a few, but would like to expand my options. Thank you and good luck to you all!!!

I have not been able to post for awhile, but I wanted to say that I got accepted into my dream school! I cried after reading the message. Apparently, I was waitlisted (no one told me), and so when I emailed to verify my status, (I was ready to be rejected and thinking of interning or volunteering or taking a class in the summer) it said that I was waitlisted, but there is a spot for me! I never thought I would get in. Can't wait for fall now! To anyone who is struggling with the decision of either going for a master or thinking the program is too competitive, APPLY! You never know the ending result, be it bad or good, APPLY! I did! XD

I've seen two rejections for the forensic anthropology program at Mercyhurst. Did anyone get accepted? I'm sure as hell know I've been rejected. But I haven't received any postal letter, email, or call from them. I kinda need an answer just so I can move on and plan for my second round. ?

I'm in the same boat as you. Waiting for my last rejection, but so far I heard nothing. I know I'm rejected. I checked the grad results and so far one person was rejected. So I'm guessing I'm waiting for my letter of rejection. Oh well, I'm readying myself for next year!

Congrats!!!! That sounds fantastic and totally great!!!!! Pat yourself on the back!!!!!!

I understand your dilemma. I got accepted into a master program, however upon emailing the program director, he basically stated I did not receive any funding at all. I emailed him again and asked if there are other funds that can assist me, and he said once I arrive there, there are other options. But he did not go into details. >_< Like how much how I get? What kind of funds? Will the majority be loans? Too, many questions and very vague answers. I have one last school to hear from, but odds are I am rejection (its my dream school). I was already rejected from my second choice school, so I gave up the idea of receiving any positive news from my dream school. So, I am tempted to not take the offer from the school that accepted me. If I have no funding, how am I going to finance my education? I filled the FAFSA application, but it seems that was not even worth my time since I have to pay full.

I'm in the same situation. I was accepted into a master program but was told I didn't qualify for funding, probably the scholarship I applied alongside the application. But not qualifying for funding does it mean I'm not going to get any financial assistance? Does that mean I have to pay full? I applied for FAFSA, so I'm not sure what to think now... Also, to answer your question, some applications have separate grad assistant applications that you can fill out and submit to the schools. You can call the department and ask. I'll probably have to do the same thing.

I'm facing a similar dilemma. I applied to 3 schools for their respective masters program. Only three because of budget reasons, couldn't apply to more. Was accepted into my third choice. My second choice rejected me today. And the other, my dream school hasn't given a response, but let's face it, if my second choice rejected me, then my dream school will probably do the same. What's the point in waiting? However, my third choice that accepted me, required me to call in regards to funding inquiries. Apparently, I did not qualify for funding, therefore it leaves me in a tight spot. I don't know whether to ask if I can receive financial assistance since I was already told I didn't qualify for funding. So I don't know what to do. ? Any thoughts?

Has anyone heard from Boston University or Mercyhurst University for the Forensic Anthropology Master program?

So I got accepted into SUNY Binghamton, into their Anthropology Master program. I really did not expect this. But I am happy. Currently waiting for my other schools to respond. I have to call my program's graduate director in order to inquire about funding.

So I checked and some people were already accepted into Binghamton and Boston University. But it is for the PhD program. Is there a difference in waiting to hear for the school's respective master program? I'm curious to know. Oh and I forgot to say this! Congrats to everyone who was accepted!!!! Give yourselves a pat on the back!!!! ?

I'm with you. I'm a nervous wreck. Feeling very nervous and anxious about the results! I feel so little right now. Thinking about the other applicants whose applications are probably loads better than mine... and that is not a good thing to do. The only light out of this tunnel is that my little brother got accepted to 3 colleges as of now for his undergrad. At least one of us is going somewhere.

So I went to visit Mercyhurst University last, last Friday. Everything that I thought may happen, happened. My phone fell into the sink, my brother lost my debit card, and I arrived late for the campus visit... It was scheduled for 10am and I arrived at 11:55am! All these bad things happened and I thought of them as bad omens, indicating bad stuff to come my way. I wanted to cancel out of embarrassment, but my father continued on and we arrived, late. So I mustered my courage and headed to the admissions office. Overall, my admissions visit was extremely cool! I spoke with Dr. Dennis Dirkmaat and he turned out to be not what I expected. And I mean that in a good way. He was really cool, talked casually, like very, to me. It left me surprised, I didn't know how to respond. I was ready for him to ask questions upon questions, but we talked. Then I met a couple of students and they were truly amazing. They all made me feel comfortable and less nervous. I toured around and got to see their labs and stuff. I really enjoyed it. It truly was a learning experience being there.

Congrats! I applied there. Haven't heard anything, so I'm not sure. But you did it. You can relax a little now!!!

Congrats!!! You can shed some of the anxiety now! ? Good luck with the funding!!!!

I agree! I support international students and would like to wish you all the best of luck! I welcome you all, as it promotes diversity and encourages collaborations that births brand new ideas and projects! We learn from one another and this shouldn't be stopped by any laws! I have friends from other countries and it angers me that they may not be able to enter the states to further their education. To prevent them or another other individual from achieving their dream is wrong. So best of luck and we will continue to fight for your rights to come and obtain the education you desire!! ?

It is okay to be nervous. I, myself am applying to MA programs, rather than PhD programs. My advisor suggested I apply to PhD programs, but I did not consider myself a competitive candidate and decided to apply to better myself in a MA program instead. And also because a friend of mine applied last year to PhD programs and was rejected from all, despite being amazing, much better than me. So now we are applying to the same schools and awaiting results. And for me, this waiting is fraying my nerves but I am doing some reading, binge watching, and working in order to stop from glancing my phone. Also I am visiting one of the schools I applied to, so I can meet faculty and see the campus. As such, I am researching professors and writing questions to ask on that day. I hope that by meeting me, they will see who I am and remember me while making decisions. But that itself is a stretch. And it probably won't work to my favor. At least I tried. But I wish you luck. There is always a surprise around every corner.

I am not sure if someone made a post regarding this. I am applying to a master's program in forensic anthropology. Now I know that there are limited funding options for a master's program, most geared to PhDs. However, are there some scholarships, grants, etc available that I or anyone who is applying for a master's program can apply to? I am applying to one, but am wondering if there are other scholarships available.

That is a lot! Best of luck!! I am actually going to start reading a book my professor recommended me to read. It is called The Land of Open Graves by Jason de Leon. I need to finish Witnesses from the Grave. But yeah, best of luck!!

Yes, I'll keep that in mind. I've asked my professor for advice on how to wait and he basically said just do want you want to do. So I'm planning to write questions in flashcards for Mercyhurst. I need to complete this online course I started from the Physicians for Human Rights. It's an intro to forensic death investigations. And binge on my anime. Of course, I need to head to the library to read some papers from the professors of Mercyhurst. ? So I'll still be busy, not to mention work. Oh boy!

Thank you!! I jot down the questions into my journal I've been using throughout my grad apps. You've been so helpful!! I'm just nervous. I've shown my professors my SOP for Mercyhurst and took everyone's advice about rewriting it over and over. I never thought it was perfect, just ok. And that's only for this school. The others, I tweaked in order to personalize it according to the schools. Despite them thinking my SOP is really good, I consider it decent. I don't want to let my hopes up. I have a good CV, LORs, but what kills me are my GRE scores. That itself makes me realize I'll probably have less than a 1% shot of being called for an interview, let alone be accepted. I'm pessimistic. And that is not a good thing, especially while waiting. ?

Wow, it seems everyone here are applying for their PhDs. I am only applying to master programs for forensic anthropology. I applied to three schools: Mercyhurst, Boston University, and SUNY Binghamton. I've entered the waiting game, too. I managed to set a date to visit Mercyhurst so I was wondering what questions I should ask since I'll be meeting professors. I don't want to look dumbfounded. Best of luck to everyone with your applications and congrats to those who secured interviews!!!

Hi all! It is great to know that there are others applying for graduate programs for Fall 2017. I am applying to programs in Forensic Anthropology. I have been outlining my statement of purpose and have written drafts of it. What are some of your writing tips for this? Or what websites have you all visited?