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I notice that the only placement that counts for that study is R1 placement. And while that is my most-preferred outcome, I realize it might not be everyone's. Furthermore, my satisfaction with placement at a quality liberal arts schools vs. satisfaction of not being placed anywhere is very different, but the two are basically treated the same by this study. It is still extremely valuable, but just pointing out the possible methodological issues for those of you who may just have scrolled down to the rankings.

I'll bite: a jump in OSU's overall ranking and IR subfield ranking, followed by next year's applicants' increased appreciation for the advice given by the numerous generous OSU faculty members on this board.

Hello, I am planning on applying next cycle and was curious about the discussion of contacting POIs or DGSs on the previous page. For those of you getting in to programs, did you contact? If so, what did you say/ask?

Thanks adaptations!

I have heard that Chicago PhD applicants who are not accepted are sometimes considered for the CIR or MAPSS programs. Can anyone confirm this? I am planning to apply to PhD programs next year. If I was to mention in my Chicago SOP that I would consider doing either of those programs if rejected for the PhD, would that hurt my PhD application and/or improve the chances of me being considered for one of the MA programs? Also, first post.