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@anarchisttiger somebody else on Draft had called Brown on Monday and was told that "decisions have been made and letters are going out this week." so based on that, it seems like everyone would hear by EOD today? but it's possible that they only meant acceptances/waitlists this week, and that rejections will come out later.

@Dochinka96 I totally agree w/ @doe-ish's approach to the interview questions and that it's that balance of showing that you've researched while expressing interest (so, y'know, don't ask how large the cohort is, if their website says it. but you COULD spin that into "why does the program choose to select [#] students; how do you think a cohort of that size impacts the students' experience?). my only specific add would be to ask the director what initially drew them to MN State, what has surprised them in their time there, and what keeps them there. gives a chance to connect more personally with the interviewer and to learn what, in their eyes, sets the program apart from similar ones. and of course it's an opportunity to actually learn about the program's ethos and approach. super simple, but maybe it'd be helpful for you to make a list of all the elements of a hypothetical dream program, and then if you're not sure whether MN State has/doesn't have any of those things, ask! good luck!!! and congrats @Yesgirlstoo ! (and any other acceptances I missed!)

@rbr542 I had the same panic because on my acceptance call (UMass Amherst) I was told that the dept would be sending me an email with all the information that afternoon. I didn't get the email til the following Tuesday (call had been on a Friday), nor did my portal change to reflect my status for several days. I think there's just a LOT going on and sometimes the logistical stuff takes longer to get in order than the initial outreach. I know you'll still be nervous until you have the concrete proof, but I promise: you didn't hallucinate the call, and it wasn't an accident Take a deep breath and celebrate! (Edit: That said, to echo @Ydrl, if you want to call and ask for details/email confirmation, I'm sure that's fine!!) Also, HBD @Dochinka96 !!!

FYI for those not on draft, there's a Vanderbilt poetry acceptance (via phone)! Edited to add: Applicant said that the caller confirmed she was their first and others might roll out over the next couple of days.

the fact that Michigan has notified via email in the past is what's killing me. at least when a program calls, you can live your life (while double-checking your phone is on loud every 30 seconds) but now I'm just sitting here refreshing refreshing refreshing... truly never been so unproductive hahah

@Ydrl loooool THANKS. yep "ready for review." I think @litty is right about the post. I mean, I'm expecting a rejection at this point but still don't think they've actually notified anyone.

when you say "portal" do you mean ApplyWeb? is there a separate WUSTL portal that I've been totally unaware of? if the former, where would it even say? does the "Submitted" bar change to "Accepted" or "Rejected"? I feel...dumb hahah. (also, hi all! I've been lurking without commenting to this point, but have been sending lots of good vibes to everyone!)