TheLifeofBrian

I applied to this program as well. Haven't heard anything. I did get a fully funded offer from UConn Comms program. There were Professors in both departments that could support my interests, so I went for it.  Crossing my fingers for us all!

I applied to this program as well. Haven't heard anything. I did get a fully funded offer from UConn Comms program. There were Professors in both departments that could support my interests, so I went for it.  Crossing my fingers for us all!

Got into Chicago Harris! I'm over the moon -- such a great way to end the cycle!

Thank you all so much for your kind words yesterday after I got my first, and likely only acceptance! It was quite an overwhelming day so I was logged off the forum for most of the day after I got the call.
Congrats to everyone who has gotten good news in the meantime, and good luck to everyone still waiting it out! I have gotten literally only rejections until getting into my dream program, so don't lose hope!

I just got a call from the program director for Government & Social Policy at Harvard letting me know I've been accepted!
Really can't believe it, I had completely given up hope for this cycle.

I would also like to point out that most of the top US programs are VERY orthodox and VERY narrow-minded in what constitutes "worth pursuing." To the point that there are many good (and scholarly articles) out there about how political science is writing itself out of relevancy. I didn't apply to any top 10 programs this time for that reason, because I am passionate about my research and much life and professional experience has convinced me of its relevance. I was specifically told by a political science professor this year to keep in mind that, "just because it is a compelling real-world political problem, doesn't make it an interesting political science question." While I can see how that might theoretically be the case, there is still a huge problem with the privileged ivory tower getting to decide which random and often irrelevant political science questions deserve attention this decade. I have no idea what your specific research focuses on, but if you are passionate it, don't give up. Don't let a very small portion of the profession that has made up the rules on what is worth pursuing or not tell you otherwise. The rules are constantly rewritten and the more scholars that are out there pursuing interesting, relevant, cutting edge work, the more that becomes the norm. I'd urge you to seek out other scholars who are interested in similar questions, and worry less about the rankings of the programs they are at (not that you didn't do that this time - I don't want to assume!). But I do know that a lot of amazing academics who wrote the book on something didn't come from top ten or top twenty programs, but wound up redefining how those programs taught. 
I'll get off of my soap box now! Sorry for the ramble, I know I don't know you, but you've been a good influence on this forum and I hate to see great potential scholars disheartened by a system that isn't designed to create innovation and advancement but rather to replicate itself over and over again. I hope the future sees an army of political science renegades constantly redefining the profession we are all so passionate about!
(To be clear, I'm not putting down anyone who goes to or got into a top 10 program - that is amazing, and if your research interests fit go get it! I'm just advocating that there are other very relevant areas of research outside of what some of those programs are willing to consider.)

Me, waiting for notifications from PhD programs!

Claiming Syracuse "short waitlist". Mail came in a few hours ago. Had no prior interview

I am officially taking a break from the forum since my only remaining "pending" are likely rejections. If I get in at any of the two remaining schools, it will be a very nice surprise; if not, no need stress about.
For those who have been accepted into programs, congrats! For those still waiting, best of luck!
Will probably log back around mid March to start talking about programs and where to go etc. 
Good luck to all!

Within three to six days after acceptances last year and 2019. Check the Poli Sci Oracle here: https://martindevaux.com/2020/11/political-science-phd-admission-decisions/

It is most likely a troll. People will claim a Cornell admit on here. Someone is using the post about decision being released this week to troll us.

I think people are generally referring to the US News rankings here: https://www.usnews.com/best-graduate-schools/top-humanities-schools/political-science-rankings

Upload a new document in your portal for Yale. It states that whatever you upload will override the previous copy. At the bottom of the page you can choose to upload "supplementary documents". I'd write something up and put it there. Good luck.

Claiming Georgetown (IR sub) acceptance. POI called me this noon, indicating there are two admits in IR this cycle. Total applicants are over 500. Decisions likely to be released next week. Fingers crossed for everyone else then!

Definitely a troll seeing that I got an email yesterday saying decisions will come during the first week of March. You can always tell it’s someone trolling given that they clearly didn’t read the thread 

In 2019 they announced on Feb 08th and 09th. In 2020 they announced on Feb 21st. So I'd assume it should be soon.

In case you've missed this in previous posts: https://martindevaux.com/2020/11/political-science-phd-admission-decisions/
 
This gives you historical data based on the results feed. Cheers

In 2019 they announced on Feb 08th and 09th. In 2020 they announced on Feb 21st. So I'd assume it should be soon.

In case you've missed this in previous posts: https://martindevaux.com/2020/11/political-science-phd-admission-decisions/
 
This gives you historical data based on the results feed. Cheers

In 2019 they announced on Feb 08th and 09th. In 2020 they announced on Feb 21st. So I'd assume it should be soon.

In case you've missed this in previous posts: https://martindevaux.com/2020/11/political-science-phd-admission-decisions/
 
This gives you historical data based on the results feed. Cheers

In 2019 they announced on Feb 08th and 09th. In 2020 they announced on Feb 21st. So I'd assume it should be soon.

In case you've missed this in previous posts: https://martindevaux.com/2020/11/political-science-phd-admission-decisions/
 
This gives you historical data based on the results feed. Cheers

I don't really think next cycle will be easier.  Everyone who decided to wait this cycle out, plus a lot of people who didn't get in this year, will be applying again next year, when cohorts will probably stay small.  I also think the ongoing effects of COVID are going to be devastating to doctoral programs for years.
So congrats on your acceptance during this year's brutal cycle!

Claiming an admit from University of Oregon! 

Claiming an admit from University of Oregon! 

Claiming an admit from University of Oregon! 

Claiming an admit from University of Oregon! 

Claiming an admit from University of Oregon!