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Warning: if you feel like the results section is too much and you don't want any more of anything similar, this is not for you.
 I found this on reddit: (someone did a comprehensive summary of the GC results section) It might be helpful if you would like to get a sense of when to expect what. (scroll a few posts down for linguistics) 
 

I think this could be helpful for current and future applicants. 
Comment below:
Your "candidate profile" (whatever this means to you, possibly including: majors, minors, gre scores, gpa, publications, work experience, etc.). To which schools/programs you applied. What your interests/focuses would be. [Optional] Update when you hear back from the schools

I caved and made an account. I'm a semifinalist for a Spanish ETA and the wait is absolutely killing me. I want to know so I can start planning as I have a Polish work visa that's valid till next year.

Finalist for Romania ETA!!!
(My email came at ~4:50, and it went to my secondary email, which seems to be the trend. So watch out for your secondary emails!)

Just got notified that I've received a research award for Romania!

Semi-finalist for ETA in Romania! 
The email went to my spam folder at 6:01 EST last night, but I didn't see it until this morning... I was a wreck!

Semi-finalist for an ETA in Kenya!

Recommended for Belgium research/study. I was on a 2nd date when I got the email haha.

Hi everyone!
I am a rising senior and am going to be applying for the ETA in Nepal. I have started my application and am in the very beginning phases of my personal statement and statement of purpose. I am a little nervous for this application process, but also super excited! I'd love to hear from anyone who has any experience with Nepal or any advice about the application process and how to make myself a more competitive applicant!
I look forward to staying posted on everyones application journeys  
 

Hello new Fulbright applicants! I am a current Fulbright researcher in Moldova and, as there were ZERO Fulbright applicants to Moldova for the 2017-2018 grant year, I would like to ask those of you with an interest in Eastern Europe and some experience with the Russian or Romanian language (or an interest in learning those languages) to consider applying to Moldova, where active Fulbrights are needed and very much appreciated. I would be happy to share my personal experiences here or connect ETA applicants with the current ETAs in Moldova, feel free to PM me and we can connect via email.
https://us.fulbrightonline.org/countries/selectedcountry/moldova

Hello to everyone!
Since the last Grant cycle is coming to an end and the next cycle's application is now open, I figured it would be helpful to begin this next thread! Congratulations to the last cycle's grantees!
Let's help each other out in the Fulbright process. This is a great place to ask questions, get familiar with the process, and chit chat to blow off some steam! 
Good luck to us all! 

Chomsky is indeed at MIT, but I'm not sure it's the best place to go for Historical Linguistics, unless you don't mind a heavy load of theoretical stuff that may or may not be relevant to your research.

Hay algunas escuelas que enseñan català. Se que Notre Dame ha comenzado a ofrecer cursos en su M.A. Pero quizá quieras apuntar a una escuela que tenga un programa de verano en Catalunya para eso (esto es más probable).

Also, don't talk yourself out of things before you even try!
Apply for the REUs anyway. Apply with self-confidence. I'm a foreigner doing a PhD in the USA - although I'm ineligible for a lot of funds and awards, it just means I need to search harder for those I can apply for. Volunteer to conduct research during the semester. 
The great thing about grad school is that the coursework (and testing) is basically done with. Your ability to conduct research is a more important trait in grad school than your ability to score highly on tests. You don't need a perfect GPA: as others have said, focus on the positive exit trajectory. 

It's unfortunate, but very common for students to struggle their first year or so. Depending on what school(s) you apply to, the graduate committees may put more weight on your final years, so this is where your grades are going to matter most. Obviously it's best to do well all throughout undergrad, but you have more than enough time to improve your grades and GPA (not that your grades seem that bad at all, they sound good to me but I can't tell you grade expectations for math as it's not my field.) Work on improving your grades and trying to gain some research or volunteering experience, this will definitely help with your application. Do well on the GRE (especially the quant portion) and I think you will be quite competitive.
I think the fact that you really enjoy math and are passionate about it is really going to help you succeed. Spend the next few years honing in on your particular interests so that you have a more solid grasp of what you would like to study during grad school. You are also starting to think about it so early, which helps immensely as well. However, I would try to address your mental health issues and test taking anxieties as soon as possible. You definitely do not want to carry these issues with you through the remainder of your studies, and especially not grad school. Have you looked into any mental health services or clinics available at your school? As for your test taking worries, could you discuss this with a professor or somebody who could help you come up with strategies to cope? 
Hope this helps!
(P.S. I don't know of anybody who isn't happy to help younger students with advice or questions. I think it's great that you have a good sense of direction with your studies. I definitely had no idea what I was doing until the last couple of years of undergrad. I wish I had thought about my life after graduation sooner and had a place like this to ask for help.)

I don't think anyone hates younger people asking questions, first of all. That would be pretty mean, as the goal of the forum is to help others.
Also, as a woman who is always apologising for things, stop doing it! Really. It'll help you.
 
Onto your actual questions.
First of all, most people here don't have 3.9s. I see people say this all the time, and it's just not true. I'm starting to think those are the people you remember, because it causes you anxiety to see those really high grades, but it's not reality.
Second of all, you can still do well. For most people, first year is where their worst marks are. Which means you're doing fine and you're probably like a lot of other people you see on this site.
Upper year courses matter a lot more, so I know it seems like you're doing badly now, but you're honestly fine. If you enjoy it, things will get better. The people who do really well at the beginning are usually those people much better at tests, but they likely aren't the ones that are passionate and willing to keep sticking it out when things get challenging (but fun!). 
You don't need stellar first year marks to get research experience. Talk to your TAs, email professors, go to their office hours, or ask other people you know how they got into research. Can you afford to volunteer for a while? It can be hard to get paid doing research as an undergrad, but there are usually volunteer spots available.
I think you should speak to someone about your anxiety and mental health issues. Talking to someone can help you with your test performance as well.
Its great youre thinking about these things so early. Good luck!