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the undegrad is 3.6; graduate is 3.5

Thank you, it certainly sounds encouraging. At what program are you now?

Dear friends, I know that this application season was (or is) difficult for all of us. For me, it was not successful: 5 rejections from Purdue, Emory, Penn State, Western Ontario, and Stony Brook (offered a place in the MA program). I would like to try next year; however, not sure what went wrong this year. No doubt that the epidemiological situation has influenced all aspects of the application and acceptance process perniciously. Nevertheless, I have a few concerns regarding my application. Maybe it is possible to rectify the mistakes for the next season or be disillusioned with my philosophy programs' suitability. Sorry for the tediousness; I just want to be consequent in my thoughts. I do not have a BA or MA in philosophy. My BA is in political science, and my MA in history. Despite these bad choices, most of the courses I took were from the philosophy department. Could the lack of a degree be a hindrance to being considered seriously? I have recommendations from professors of religious studies, philosophy, and literature (two of them were my research advisors for an MA thesis). My interests lie primarily in the history of continental philosophy (Deleuze, Merleau-Ponty) and structuralist linguistics (Saussure, Jakobson). My writing sample was also about Merleau-Ponty's contemplation on Saussure's concept of meaning. The specialization in the history of philosophy does not seem to be in great demand these days. Is it more conducive to making it broader – not being limited by the authors' problematics? I also delivered five presentations on Bergson, Deleuze, and Foucault at quite decent international philosophical conferences. So, I am kindly asking you to share your thoughts regarding my situation. It was extremely disappointing to spend so much time for preparation and receive all rejections. Btw, I tried to elicit some information from universities, but they were unanimous in their "it was a very competitive year, hope you apply next time" – not very helpful. Again, I fully understand that I am not alone in such a miserable situation; however, I am asking for advice as an international applicant who might not be savvy enough to pinpoint the problem. Thank you very much for your time and help!

Thank you! It actually helped, they do not seem to send any more offers this year.

Hello! Does anybody know if all acceptances to Purdue have been sent? I noticed that someone claimed to be accepted, and someone also has been rejected. So, I am confused....

Oh, thanks. I've built up a callus clicking on the portal's link... At least, I have hope again

I also have received nothing from Stony Brook. The application portal does not reveal anything as well. But they sent some acceptances, did not they? Could it be the waitlist ...