I'm a long-time lurker, but I just wanted to share that I got into the English PhD program at Washington University in St. Louis! It's a great fit for me. Thank you all so much for providing this community - it's been so helpful to hear from other people undergoing the same challenges.
If any other WashU applicant has any questions about my experience, feel free to message me, but I posted everything I know in the results page. I'd also be curious to hear from any current PhD students in the program. Best of luck to everyone!