I would like to ask for advice, sentiment, etc.
I have been admitted to 2 public health PhD programs for Fall 2012. Both are good programs and I could see myself going to either one.
The problem is...
The 1st school has admitted me with tuition paid for, while the 2nd has admitted me with the possibility of funding. The 1st had requested that I give them my answer by March 1st (I have since asked for an extension and they granted me until March 6th), or run the risk of losing funding.
There is no way the second school is going to be able to tell me about funding by next tuesday (the 6th).
From what I can tell, this contradicts the Council of Graduate School's (not legally binding) agreement... (http://www.myacpa.or...ionJune2005.pdf)
I think my hand has been forced and I will accept to the 1st, knowing I may recind my acceptance. I really don't want to do this, but I don't think I have a choice.
What do you think?
Is anyone else in this situation?