JustPoesieAlong

Any of y'all have some insight into Emory? I see two acceptances and a rejection, but haven't heard anything. I've got this silly dream that I might actually be on a secret waitlist, but maybe that rejection is from someone who interviewed and they're going to alert the rest of us later...I realize I'm likely out, but i'm curious anyway.

Ahhh thanks! I couldn't remember who it was that made the call. I'm soooo anxious about that one. It's a long shot (where isn't?), but I had a really nice exchange with my POI there that's had me dreaming of what could be. I have a feeling we will hear something by this time next week--although at least one of my schools (UGA) seems to be behind or doing things differently this year, so who knows what will come. Hopes for us both!

I feel for your post and sincerely wish you good news soon. That said, as thankful as I am for my acceptance, I also have a boatload of additional concerns--like will my husband be able to get a job in said location, will the schools there be good for my kids, will we be able to afford living there, etc. I very much hope to have options so that I can increase the odds of finding the place that works for all of these other factors. Not to mention that I carefully and painstakingly chose schools that I thought would be the very best match for my life needs AND my academic goals. So, as thankful as I am for my acceptance, each rejection still stings because I poured my intellectual heart and soul into that chance. All of that is to say that, as much as I know it stings to not have good news (yet--I'm still hopeful for you), please consider also that each of us have unique life experiences that go into our thoughts on acceptances/rejections. Again, I really am hoping you hear back soon--and, if not, that you find satisfaction in whatever you decide is the next step for you.

I see Emory is sending things out today! Congrats to the person who got in! Nothing but silence from them on my end; I didn't get interviewed, so I've counted myself out, but I'd like to get that firm rejection out of the way. And huge congrats to @Crow T. Robot and others!

So...I know we've talked some about projected dates for U-Michigan, but I've been lurking on the previous years on the results boards. They've sent out acceptances on Feb 16/17 for the last two years, but the year before that, they sent at least some acceptances out on Feb. 12/13! Me oh my, wouldn't that be a kicker! (I do realize somebody was told by the office that they'd be notifying "sometime in late Feb," but technically we're nearly there). Nothing much of substance to add, just wanted to share my current anxieties.

Sorry for the double post, but in terms of where I'm at right now, I'm resisting impostor syndrome with all my might. I've had two lovely emails from faculty where I've been accepted, expressing interest and enthusiasm for my research, and all I can think is "Oh my god, I don't have anything to say. I said it all in the SOP and really did I mean it or did I fake it oh my god." In truth, I know I did mean it and I know I have plenty to talk about and if I really want to do this whole PhD thing I've got to get over this and represent myself better. Even still, I am struggling with this. All the while looking at my other schools, thinking, "Hey! Take me! I'm great!" Inner conflict, FTW.

Ha! You can definitely laugh; I did! He was even more confused because this person's area code happens to be for the location of another school I'm waiting to hear from. Luckily, she also emailed me, so I'll just respond there.

I'm of the mind that, if it's been a good while since acceptances went out, that there's no harm in contacting the department to see if they are still notifying, etc. I've heard from others who've done this and have found out that they were waitlisted. The worst is that they confirm you didn't make it, but at least you get to stop wondering. I feel for you though! Best of luck to you and congrats again on your acceptance!

Um, so it looks like I put my husband's number instead of my own on an app because he got a call from someone where I was accepted who wanted to talk more about my work. At least it was a nice call, but doh!

Feeling doubtful about my other schools, so I think I'm going to go ahead and put in a time off request for TAMU...They want us to confirm by Feb. 15 that we'll be there if we want to use the hotel rooms they've reserved for us. I only have like two leave days left so this would use them up. If only all my other schools would just update me right now (with news of how much they desperately want me in their programs)... /whine

Personally, (and mind you, I haven't actually done this myself), but if you know acceptances have gone out and you haven't heard anything in several days, I think it should be acceptable to contact departments and ask if they are still sending out any acceptances/wait lists or not. I know there is some disagreement here on that, but I think that it's perfectly reasonable to do so after a few days. Meanwhile, I'm over here waiting on UGA...and see that a creative writing applicant was notified BY SNAIL MAIL of their acceptance. Talk about a curve ball. Now I wanna run home on my lunch break and check the mail. Last year, they sent out emails by Feb. 10... (And, of course, congrats to said person if they happen to be on this forum.)

My grandmother, especially. To make matters worse, my degree-seeking is not only moving me away from family, but moving my kids and husband away too. So, basically, I've got two families mad/sad at me for this. It doesn't help that this is a career few of my family members really consider a valid pursuit. Fortunately, I got accepted to a school closer to home for my PhD, but my top schools are wayyyyy further away than we already are (we moved a few states away for my master's degree). I'm lucky because, even though they'd be sad to see us move further, my mom and sister get it. My grandmother, on the other hand, does not. She's not mad and sulky, which maybe would make things easier (my in-laws are, but that just makes me want to be further from them...). She's just sad about it; she doesn't understand the impulse to pursue a career that would take you away from the place you were born or from your family--not further than a few hours drive, anyway. If I get into my top schools, it's going to be really hard to explain that to everyone since I also got into a school in Texas. I haven't told my grandma about the Texas school yet because I don't want to get her hopes up...

I do a lot of graphic design/website building for my job, and looking at so many of these emails and departmental websites drives me a little mad.

C Awesome! Congrats! I know this is clearly asking too much, but if I were in charge of any of these programs, I would make a point of not scheduling visit days on the same days as other major institutions in the same state...

Anyone waiting to hear from U Georgia and hoping they keep on track with last year (acceptances on 2/10)?? I don't know that I'm in the running since I realized too late that they required the subject test, which I straight up bombed back in undergrad and didn't bother to retake. But, still, I'm hopeful.

That's a nice way to ease the sting of rejection! Congrats!

Hello there. I'm considering attending TAMU for my doctoral degree and would love to know more about what it's like living with a family in College Station/Bryan. What are the schools like? Are there better places to live with kids than others? I know it's a smaller, conservative town, but are there any good breweries, coffee shops, restaurants to speak of? If not, at least Austin and Houston are close! Looking forward to learning more. Thanks!

Congrats @Elle Coronaria and @Yanaka!!!

YES. I'm holding off in hopes that I get invited to another event for one of my other schools, but I'm super worried about not going to the one I know about. They want me to make my reservations by Feb. 15, but I'm not likely to hear from anyone else by then! They'll reimburse me, but I'm suuuuuper limited on vacation days for my work, so I'm sure I wouldn't be able to swing any others... Edit: I'm realizing this might not be exactly what you're asking. Did you mean you're afraid another event would take place at the same time?

I did too. Probably wouldn't have if they had been more clever with the comment.

Based on the earlier post today about Harvard, I am doubtful.

Hi there! I'm always excited to meet other early modern folks--I haven't encountered many as of yet on GC. If you're interested, feel free to shoot me a PM to talk about your area of focus and schools you applied to, etc.

I'm so glad for you two! It's wonderful that you'll both be able to pursue your careers in the same place!

No need to apologize for doom and gloom! This is a painful process, and I myself oscillate between extreme hope and bitter despair every half hour. I am so happy to hear you got into your first choice. Congratulations!

Womp womp. Rice rejection email. I had lots of doubts about whether it was a good fit, since they're not huge into early modern. First official rejection so far.