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Hi Guys, I realize this is more of an application update chain but wanted some pointers on my situation I am currently wait listed by the Penn State Communications department for a PhD. Although they seem optimistic and assure me that I am high up on their list, unfortunately, in my situation my POI hasn't joined the faculty as of yet-he is to join them in fall of 2020. So as a result, he is not and will not be able to argue for my case with the current admissions committee. If anyone is privy to any wait-list statistics specifically from this school and can give me advice on what to do in my situation I would really appreciate it.