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@Anama The interviewer mentioned that they only recently began conducting interviews (2 years ago). I suppose if they decided not to admit a student whom they interviewed then they would pull out other students of interests that they had not initially interviewed. I saw that last year they were conducting interviews from late Jan to early Feb - So I'd say you're not 100 percent out unless you receive the official rejection letter. These processes are a shit show. I wish you lots of luck with UofC and other prospects you're waiting on!

@HealthyAnthro Well there was a recent study in which the majority of anthropology jobs go to graduates from Chicago, Berkelely, Michigan or Harvard. But, it also depends on your specific topic and which programs would provide you with the most enriching resources. I also had an interview with Chicago that seemed rather tame in comparison to a previous interview I had. How did yours go? Did they mention when the final decisions would be sent out?

@Pour je? In 1967, Sidney Are the other 6 places you applied to all require interviews? If not, dont give up all hope yet. Also, admissions is a crap shoot and I'm sure it doesnt have anything to do with your qualifications, there are simply too many students and very few spaces available. Also, perhaps a particular professor wasnt taking any students this year etc.

@Umairrasheed Yes, they do in fact prepare a long list first, then, after interviewing candidates they prepare a short list. I counted 4 Chicago interviews, but not everyone who is contacted posts on this website, unfortunately. So take the posts with a grain of salt. Lastly, I think you are correct, most programs take 4-6 students, depending on the program, funding available etc.

@pmcol Thank you! I was nervous and made a few mistakes, so I'm not too sure if I will in fact be accepted. I prepared as best as I could by knowing how to further elaborate on my research questions, and conceptual points. I also prepared and answer for why I was interested in Duke, my specific research topic and summarized my previous research projects concisely. Good luck on your applications!!

Hello all, I had an interview with Duke and I thought I might share some of the questions/topics. First, know your topic very well. I was asked historical, practical and conceptual questions. Ex. what conceptual tools will you draw on to carry out your research? Where would you begin your fieldwork? Then, there were the easier questions: How did I come to study what I am proposing to study? Why Duke? Some background information ( I gave both academic background and personal background as it coincided with research topic). I hope this helps.