How Could You

Edit: nevermind

That's what I heard, but I've never seen a confirmation. Anyone get off alternate? do you get a second email?

I was surprised by the massive help that having an "in" to a school had. My PI knows my supervisor from undergrad well, and another prof of mine very well, and their recommendations about me were crazy useful. The PI was talking to me like I was already working for him before I had even finished writing my application, and literally the day my final supporting document got into the school they sent me my acceptance letter. It all happened so quickly that I didn't even apply for any other schools. I made it into my top choice and had funding, under a fantastic supervisor, why would I bother putting myself through more grad apps?

I think you can. Worst case scenario they say "no we won't match it/increase our offer"

Alternate from a school that I've already had that awkward "hey man, you gonna apply? you told us to consider you for nserc, you should get that application in" convo with. I told them I wouldn't be applying but I guess they left me in the mix for whatever reason. If you are an alternate at Guelph, you have one less competitor I guess.