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:-D must be a great feeling ? Ha. I think I know mine by heart because I've read it a thousand times. Lol. One step closer !

Hey! I know what you mean, I waited until the last minute last year and it wasn't good. I am not stressing as bad this year. I have already submitted my first app this week (early, to get a few waiver) I feel much better this year! Is this your first year applying to programs ? I am in awe that the board isn't as active this year (or maybe not to me--I could be wrong). I do hope everyone's editing and writing is going well.

Dang, I am sorry to hear that. Hopefully some of the board veterans can assist you with your question then

Hello, I'm no expert and have only been through one application round but in my experience (on all the applications I completed) you are able to send the email request to the recommenders before submitting. You only submit once you pay your application fee. For example, once you insert your recommenders emails into the system you are able to send them the prompt before completing the application if you choose. Again, this is my personal experience. Sorry I was not able to offer advice on the writing sample inquiry but I hope this helps. Good luck! Cheers!

I am no expert, but I believe you only send them once and they put them in your file. No need to send twice. I have only been through one application round but do not see where this is necessary. Hope that helps

Thanks so much for the advice ! Everything you said makes perfect sense ! I will be using these tips. Be blessed!

Sorry, I also have a question pertaining to languages when applying to a phd program. (Although this has absolutely nothing to do with the op's post, I figured I would put it here instead of making a new thread) -- anyone can answer. I want to learn an African language (specifically Afrikaans) and since most programs require a foreign language and relates to my topic this is a good thing. However, I do not believe that this would be a common language course that is taught or that I will have time by application deadline. However, I have begun looking up books to buy on this language. My question is, in my sop for Fall 2015, do I just say that I've started learning this language or just express my desire to learn it? Technically, I probably will have very little knowledge of the language but do I even mention this or just express my desire ? Sorry so lengthy, this application season has got me jittery as I've been preparing all year. Thanks for any advice and help in advance. Cheers!

I'm fairly new here but do you think that is because more people are getting in or just giving up?

I applied to the summer seminar and got rejected today. I have never heard of this and applied on a whim. It was a slight bummer but I think they are looking for people with certain views. Idk. Good luck !

Congrats ! Good things happen when you least expect

Aww that's so good I hope things work well for you ! Well I will be here for fall 15 as well. Welcome !

I'm here for round 2. This summer will be very interesting as I prep.

How did you manage that ? Just curious lol

Thank you and catsandscarves ! We will need the help and optimism I think the first cycle is learning experience.

Ditto ! I see I'm not the only one gearing up lol at least I won't be alone

Yes !

How sweet of you ! I haven't heard anything but I'm still holding on to hope happy valentines !

Ok. Thanks a bunch I didn't know they had a wait list.

I have a quick question for Duke applicants. Once you were accepted/rejected, did your status on the online website change ? Or still say "submitted" ? Thank you for your help.

I second this ! Unfortunately. The waiting is turning me into a human garbage disposal lol haha jk

I'm interested in chapel hill news too please share lol I guess I thought it would be later due to the weather in ga,sc and nc

I think you should take it as positive news. I applied to uncg and was rejected. So at least there is still hope IMO

To the emory accept: what is your field of study if you don't mind me asking ? If you could pm me that would be great thanks

To the person admitted to UGA (univ Georgia at Athens) was the acceptance an official email or from a poi ? Was wondering as it seems as though they usually notify via postal mail. Thanks And congrats cats,!! you rock girl!

Idk if this helps but I was told unc greensboro takes "4-5 new doctoral applicants" all US history, though. Good luck everyone