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And I actually got it for $20 cheaper than what it's currently priced at.

There was a discussion about this on the "Grad School Supplies" thread...

Thank you all! I'll check out those bags and the thread.

Alright let the new journey commence.

I'd pick which project I thought would be more fruitful for future work. Though that is hard to predict at such an early stage, you have to remember that your dissertation work is only the beginning of your research

In this case, I think the interdisciplinary program will be more broadly applicable. Not sure if that's a good or a bad thing.

broadly applicable isn't what I'm talking about. You want to do be able to set your self up to investigate interesting questions for the next few decades at least.

I've never heard of that. Weird.

I've only heard of a tuition deposit of $100-300 to confirm acceptance. But that amount is applied towards your tuition fees.

Yeah! If it was applied to my account somehow, I'd happily pay it. But since my tuition is free, I'm gonna see if there's a waiver.

wooo! what a great problem to have, congrats!!

I never expected this to happen! I had finally accepted my offer at the only school I got into and now, bam.

congrats!

I last heard from them when I inquired March 24, so I guess I'll hold tight. No news is goods news, at least I haven't been rejected yet.

As it's been almost three weeks, I definitely think you can check-in with them.

gah, that is so smart!

Should your friend meet with an unfortunate accident.... JK!

It's just hard to be a good friend and be happy for her when I'm dealing with jealousy.

yeah, that's rough. well fingers crossed that you see good fortune as well without it having to be at the expense of your friend

I think it's acceptable to get all the facts from every school if you think there's a possibility you would want to attend. It's a major decision and you should definitely explore all options.

Yeah, I definitely think it is acceptable to explore this option, especially since rejecting it out of hand would mean 5-6 years away from your husband. Good luck!

Good luck!

GLHF

Yeah seeing results on that page while hearing nothing is a little depressing.

Don't do it, they're only after their person gain!

did you apply to that program? and if you did, why did you apply to the program in the first place?

Definitely, that's why email is exactly what I used. Did they specifically ask you call them?

Are you familiar with the CGS agreement (http://www.cgsnet.org/april-15-resolution)? Worst case scenario you can go back on your decision (gently) if the other school appeals to you more. But if you're really conflicted, waiting can't hurt.

I'm really nervous this might happen to me. I don't know for sure if I'm on the waitlist for my top choice right now but it's looking possible. At least rejection would give me closure and let me accept my other offer. This process is such an emotional rollercoaster

@Vulpes I sort of wish the other school had just rejected me instead of leaving me in limbo post-interview.

@Pastel, thank you for the link. I knew the April 15 deadline existed but couldn't find accurate details. I do want to get the ball rolling if the first school winds up being my only acceptance. I know retracting the acceptance is a sticky situation, but I'm glad it's not unheard of.

On the bright side, it's coming on the heels of some pretty good news for you!

That's a good way to look at it!

They usually end up as acceptances! At least in my case, so don't lose hope!

Very bizarre. They rejected me for the program I applied to, then a POI emailed me saying she wanted me for her lab instead. Definitely threw a wrench in my plans!

Wow - congrats!

congrats! so strange but congrats nonetheless!

Congratulations! Best of luck!

WOOHOO!!!!*^^* Congratulations!!!!*^^*

Congrats!!!

At least the unknown will become known today. I think not knowing is the worse part.

I could not agree more.

Haha my experience was the opposite. I was in a glass case of emotion between the interview and the decision, but that might be related to the committee pushing the decision meeting to a week later than they had originally told us without updating us about the change...

Yeahhhh that would drive me nuts. I think this calls for a serial binge of watching Anchorman. Lol

Woooooo! I'm curious as well!

I didn't address my academics whatsoever and wrote a story about my life with a lot of rock climbing metaphors.

Sweet!