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So many things have not been following previous years' patterns. I feel as if it's a particularly tricky year in which universities are juggling an elevated number of applications against a diminished number of spots, alongside all the consequences that come with budget cuts. Who knows? Maybe they're emphasizing master's students because they're "less expensive" than PhD candidates. According to the responses on this website, several PhD applicants to USC have been forwarded to their MA, and more so than in previous rounds. I'm personally over trying to understand what the universities are doing and with what timeline; it was driving me nuts. What will be will be

Congrats on the offer; it's a competitive program and I'm sure you're thrilled! Could you tell us more about your background? Have you done a master's? Best of luck with the upcoming year!