I have basically been devolving into nothing more than a semi-functioning ball of anxiety since you posted this, as I'm on the waitlist as an early modernist, and was told I was high on the waitlist.
Just call me pleaaaaassseeee. Or send an email. Hey, I'll even take a snapchat at this point.
MA (and then hopefully to PhD)! I’m finishing my bachelor’s up right now.
Her email made it seem like it’s a funding issue; she said they are basically rolling out acceptances a few at a time instead of their usual method (offering funding to more candidates than they have room for). She said it’ll be a small cohort this year.
I just got the kindest email letting me know I am on the wait list at SLU! Really hoping a spot opens up; the DGS seems so nice and understanding.
Edit: Also, Congratulations!
Hello all!
I've been frantically lurking for weeks but found out today I have been waitlisted at Saint Louis University. I have only applied there and WUSTL, as I'm married with a family and can't relocate any time soon due to my husband's career. Still waiting to hear from WUSTL, but the email from SLU was very positive and encouraging. Fingers crossed a spot opens up somewhere for me!