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Even if they do notify based on subfield, would they really notify one subfield on a Friday and leave the rest hanging? I guess they might, but I'd hope not.
That would fall under cruel and unusual punishment!

Agreed - I'm going to need Target to stop sending me emails every 5 minutes.

Hmmm... I think I’m going to push back on this one.
BigTenPoliSci and others are simply pointing out the very real fact that TT jobs are fewer and far between than they were a decade+ ago. It’s no secret to anyone who is paying attention that academic positions (TT or otherwise) in no way favor the applicant. There are 100s of amazing people vying for every open spot and hiring committees can, and do, easily weed people out via institutional pedigree. Sure, relationships/connections matter and can help you get your foot in the door, but they alone will not get you the job. We all know that where you go matters, none of us would be on this forum or asking questions if we thought otherwise and no one is telling you to abandon your dreams of pursuing a PhD if you don’t go top ten. Rather, they are highlighting the very real fact that if you get in and graduate from a lower ranked program you will (in 5-6 YEARS) have a more difficult time securing an academic position. 
 
This forum has been a great source of  information/support for a lot of applicants (and current students) during the application/grad school process, let’s not sully the waters with rudeness or condescension. Collegiality people, that’s where it’s at.

Hmmm... I think I’m going to push back on this one.
BigTenPoliSci and others are simply pointing out the very real fact that TT jobs are fewer and far between than they were a decade+ ago. It’s no secret to anyone who is paying attention that academic positions (TT or otherwise) in no way favor the applicant. There are 100s of amazing people vying for every open spot and hiring committees can, and do, easily weed people out via institutional pedigree. Sure, relationships/connections matter and can help you get your foot in the door, but they alone will not get you the job. We all know that where you go matters, none of us would be on this forum or asking questions if we thought otherwise and no one is telling you to abandon your dreams of pursuing a PhD if you don’t go top ten. Rather, they are highlighting the very real fact that if you get in and graduate from a lower ranked program you will (in 5-6 YEARS) have a more difficult time securing an academic position. 
 
This forum has been a great source of  information/support for a lot of applicants (and current students) during the application/grad school process, let’s not sully the waters with rudeness or condescension. Collegiality people, that’s where it’s at.

For the record, I'm not trying to be overly negative. I just don't like to see undue optimism or half-truths. I think there is always value in the more 'experienced' grad students/scholars who come on here and drop bombs of truth. The waters of academia are incredibly rough; don't go in with wool covered eyes. 

I’m also curious to know where/how you received your decision. Did it pop up on your apply web application page or did you receive the decision via email?
Congrats to all admitted!!

Same! Seeing that totally sent down the application anxiety wormhole! Shame on the posting troll...

Yikes! This process has totally consumed my life these last six months, don't know if I feel more excited or nervous about admissions decisions finally rolling out! ?