I've heard tales of people (in this field) being accepted at the last minute because the department didn't get the applicant(s) it wanted at first. I guess some schools don't really notify you that you're on the wait list.
I don't know if that falls under the "hold on to hope" category, but strength and honor nonetheless! My advice: get ready to make up your mind in a hurry, should any of the schools contact you. They're not likely to woo you much if it's late in the game.
Hello!
I have applied to PhD programs at UC Berkeley, Northwestern and Washington.
I have not heard anything from UC or Washington, but I have a phone interview with Northwestern. I got an e-mail to set it up yesterday.
Good luck, dear Slavicists!