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  1. I was extremely skeptical of the program at first and definitely put off by the cash cow reputation. Nevertheless, in the end I had a very productive time (and now I'm in at my top choice, and it's top tier!)—and it was worth the investment, granted I had no undergrad debt and only had to take out some loans. Money aside, I would recommended it with the caveat that you really have to be proactive while you're in the program. Very different experiences can be had at MAPH... feel free to PM me if you want more info. Overall they have a pretty good placement rate into PhD programs. I know several MAPHers who have gotten into Ivies, UCs, and Big Ten schools this season. But would I turn down a funded PhD program for MAPH? Probably not...
  2. Yes, thank you! I don't know much right now except for the fact that they just finished reviewing applications, so I'm guessing they will continue to notify others either over the weekend or early next week.
  3. What is it that (hypothetically) discourages you from attending CUNY? If by "higher" you mean a program with a better fit, I would maybe consider reapplying. Are you considering reapplying because CUNY was perhaps the only school you applied to and you think you could have cast your net wider? Do you feel like you could reapply knowing that there's no guarantee of success next season? I agree with what's been said: CUNY has a great program with a lot of unique resources and opportunities. Having been accepted must mean the admissions committee saw your potential to do very well with what their program has to offer. If by "aiming higher" you mean some measure of prestige, going to a school ranked slightly higher than CUNY is not going to make or break you. Like others have said, it's a reputable program already—and really, it's what you're putting into your education and training that's going to set you apart. Personally, my experience with CUNY faculty and students has been incredibly positive, and I attended a conference there last spring that was very inspiring for my work. That said, I did end up declining their offer of acceptance this season. My reasons were more personal and had to do with fit and location. But if CUNY was my only acceptance, would I have accepted? Absolutely.
  4. I recently declined my acceptance to CUNY. It was tough saying no and I hope someone hears good news this week.
  5. Thanks all for your helpful replies. I will go ahead and visit, I think it's for the best. Post-AS really is stressful! Good luck to those still waiting and on lists, I will try to make my decisions as quick as possible!
  6. Advice? School X already bought me a plane ticket but since then I have more or less made up that I will not attend their program. I don't have a final decision yet, but nevertheless I think they aren't the best fit. Do I cause a ruckus and have them cancel my ticket (non refundable) or go to not burn bridges? The DGS was pretty transparent with me earlier that I should visit even if I wasn't sure so that I could make the best decision, but I want to be fair to them too.
  7. Thanks for the good vibes guys! Yes. I'll report once I get myself together/get a break at work and call back!
  8. Does anyone else have the problem of their schools' open house days overlapping? I want to visit as many as I can but this is impossible. I have a problem feeling guilty saying no.
  9. mostlytoasty

    New York, NY

    OUTDOORSY PEOPLE: how do you like living in NYC? My partner and I bike a lot—road cycling and bike touring are big parts of our lives, and so is rock climbing. I love NY and have friends there that are hip to the big bike culture there, but I am wondering how I would do studying there for 5+ years. Aside from Central Park and the expensive climbing gym in Chelsea.. would it be easy to get away to less populated/woodsy areas to do such activities easily (and perhaps, without a car?). I'm mainly trying to gauge if I would be able to live in a hyper-urban area and still get my fix. I'm from a major city on the West Coast, so I'm used to the city and like it—but I feel like NYC is another animal.
  10. Ohh that one wasn't me! I haven't posted there yet. I submitted very close to the deadline, like a few days before. Hoping that you'll hear good news soon!
  11. No worries Data!!! Thanks guys! Love how this thread is blowing up. Pericles, I heard via phone.
  12. In at Colorado at Boulder!!! My head is spinning as I'm at work
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