Hi. I am also new to this forum. I am glad I found the history section. I have applied to 5 PhD programs for African history, one being Michigan. I freaked out a bit when I saw the accepted result, but this conversation has eased my nerves. This is my first year applying, and I am going crazy waiting. I have moments of I'm being accepted no prob to my chances are so slim. The competition for few spots is agonizing. I feel like I have done everything I possibly could. Now, it is out of my hands!