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I didn't personally apply to any Canadian programs, but a cohort mate of mine applied to/heard back from McGill about a week ago

I've heard really good things about UT-Austin and University of Michigan. It also seems like Iowa and Penn State are strong contenders (although that's speculation based on faculty that I've talked to). I agree that it's really hard to judge especially since a lot of rhet programs are housed within literature departments!

I can provide some insight for UT-Austin! My advisor is on the English admissions committee and she said they are still reviewing applications. Decisions were sent out to those of us who applied to the rhetoric concentration because they have a separate admissions committee, but folks who applied to English haven't heard back yet.

I thought I'd start a new topic thread as admissions decisions start to roll in. I was surprised to get acceptances from both UT-Austin and University of Illinois this week (which was extra exciting because UT is my top choice!). I applied to Emory but since I haven't received an interview invite I'm assuming that I'll be rejected there. Who else has started hearing back about results?

Hi all, I'm gearing up to start my PhD apps for the Fall 2023 admissions cycle. I'm currently focusing on stand-alone rhetoric programs or rhetoric programs housed within an English department. My interests are (broadly) digital humanities, rhetorics of space and place, and archival theory. I've recently been working on rhetorical constructions of space and place in digital storytelling such as podcasts. I know for sure that I'll be applying to UT-Austin (English w/ focus on DLL), UMD (English), and NC State (Comm, Rhet, & Digital Media). Do y'all know of any other programs that have strengths in those areas? Thanks!

I've had an overall disappointing round this year in terms of PhD programs, but I did find out today that I've been accepted to the MA/MSIS in English and Information Studies at UT-Austin! This is especially exciting because this means I'll be able to close the gap with my partner after being long distance for over a year.

I would absolutely take being waitlisted as a sign of confidence! At least in my opinion, there are so many people vying for so few spots - a waitlisted spot means that they take you seriously enough that they would be interested in having you in their program.

I did not name him in my application, but he was part of my interview committee, so I think that's why he emailed me

Starting to feel less and less hopeful about UT-Austin. I've heard so far of one person getting accepted. I emailed the department on Monday to inquire about when admissions decisions would be sent out, and haven't heard back - no portal update either. I just want the wait to be over!

I received an email from GerShun Avilez confirming that I am on the waitlist - I haven't seen any portal updates or anything. It sounds like they are working on starting to send admissions decisions out, so hopefully you will hear back soon!

Just received confirmation that I am on the waitlist at UMD - after receiving outright rejections from UT-Austin and Northwestern, it was nice to have somewhat of a vote of confidence from a program!

Does anyone know when we might hear back from UT Austin?

I just received a Northwestern and UT Austin rejection within about 30 minutes of each other - here's hoping that there's some good news coming in the next few days

I also just received a rejection from UT Austin. Definitely a blow because it was my top choice.

Hi everyone! I just found this thread. I primarily applied to English PhD programs this fall, but I did apply to the American Studies program at UT. I am getting anxious to hear back!