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Unsuccessful applications this year so far (Only tier 1 schools and Alma Mater). Graduating undergraduate applicants from program ranked 50-100. GRE V156 Q165 AW4.0 in one attempt. Lots of research experience with about $10,000 research funding in total and a senior thesis. Material reviewed and commented by four full professors and many others. Might end up in my Alma Mater for master. 
I think there should be a strategy change next time: for those who really want to go to tier 1 schools, I think it would be easier if you can get into any program (other than sociology, literally anyone) in that tier and approach professors from the inside. Just my personal opinion. 

Agreed, I think I have placed too much expectation on myself. Plus, my MA is fully funded so why not. 

Agreed, I think I have placed too much expectation on myself. Plus, my MA is fully funded so why not. 

Unsuccessful applications this year so far (Only tier 1 schools and Alma Mater). Graduating undergraduate applicants from program ranked 50-100. GRE V156 Q165 AW4.0 in one attempt. Lots of research experience with about $10,000 research funding in total and a senior thesis. Material reviewed and commented by four full professors and many others. Might end up in my Alma Mater for master. 
I think there should be a strategy change next time: for those who really want to go to tier 1 schools, I think it would be easier if you can get into any program (other than sociology, literally anyone) in that tier and approach professors from the inside. Just my personal opinion. 

it might be the case that people admitted there really don't come here to discuss.

it might be the case that people admitted there really don't come here to discuss.

it might be the case that people admitted there really don't come here to discuss.

it might be the case that people admitted there really don't come here to discuss.

it might be the case that people admitted there really don't come here to discuss.

it might be the case that people admitted there really don't come here to discuss.

it might be the case that people admitted there really don't come here to discuss.

Could anyone claim rejections from UNC Chapel Hill? What is the email to check status about?

They sent an e-mail saying that our status was updated and then when you log on and click the link to view the application status, sign in, and there's another button with the letter.  It says this if you are rejected:  "On behalf of The Graduate School at The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, I offer my sincere appreciation for your demonstrated interest in pursuing graduate studies at the University. Your application for admission has now been reviewed by the faculty of Sociology. With regret, I must inform you that it will not be possible to offer you admission to the Sociology program...." It goes on two more paragraphs about the rigor of getting in and fit.  Hope this helps.

Could anyone claim rejections from UNC Chapel Hill? What is the email to check status about?

UNC Chapel Hill  is still processing admission decisions. Hang in there together with me!