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On 12/22/2022 at 10:10 PM, joshualuo7 said:
Hi, I am also applying to a American Studies program and a Ethnic Studies Program.
You applied last cycle, right? I think I remember you. How is this current cycle treating you? I've received an invite to interview with Rutgers. Still waiting 3 other programs.
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19 hours ago, Twomoons said:
It seems like a U Michigan acceptance has trickled in now too. I'm really hoping to know soon if someone has heard anything from Northwestern because it's my top choice.
Also, it's important to remember that it's still very early in the season and departments can change their admission process every year. For example, some departments that traditionally do interviews may not do them and vice versa. They also might release results earlier or later than in previous years.Based on a Forum from last year, it looks like Northwestern sent out invitations for interview around this date last year:
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American studies (Rutgers) and WGSS (SUNY-Stony Brook) here.
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Applying to SPo at NYU.
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Just now, jpbends said:
Hawaii would, if the funding was there, be an amazing place to continue my work. Would I say it's my top choice? Probably not. I'd be happy with any of the three remaining programs at Michigan, UCSD, or UHM. Mostly I just want to know for peace of mind, and to see what the funding situation looks like for myself because I've heard horror stories over the last several years.
Got it. Peace of mind you actually need while doing the PhD. In this case, funding is everything.
Michigan seems to be a great program. I know some folks from there.
Not too familiar with the program at UCSD, but again, I'm just starting to get familiar with Ethnic Studies.
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Sorry for that big text - I hope it made sense.
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Also - I might be wrong, but I think there's a possibility to use the MA credits at NYU if I'm accepted at a PhD program within GSAS.
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5 hours ago, jpbends said:
If you already have a History PhD, I doubt doing an American Studies or Cultural Studies MA is going to make you much more competitive. MAs are typically geared towards preparing students for PhD programs (at least in the humanities), and if you've already completed a PhD it might not necessarily aid as much as you think it does.
May I ask why you're interested in completing a second PhD?
I'm pivoting from History to Literature and Media Studies (with emphasis on Queer Studies). There's a lot of things in the cultural studies spectrum that I was never exposed doing my studies in Brazil - and some, if not most of them, are very specific from American academy. So the main reason why I want to complete a second PhD is because I need training in an area I want to pursue and was not available (still isn't) when I was in college and grad school in Brazil).
On top of that - applying for a teaching position job with non-American credentials are really hard, no matter how good your work is. I published my Masters and PhD in book format. Have more than five peer-reviewed articles published. Have teaching experience for undergrads (and middle school in the US).
Also - when I look at History departments in the US I don't see myself in them. The kind of work I used to do in History departments in Brazil is closer to what some people do in other departments in the US, none of them History departments.
I also want to explore alternative careers outside of academia - that's why I think a Master would suffice. In the end, it's all about the network and connections we make .
I've been doing the work independently, reading, researching, trying to write, etc. But without a community to back you up and give you feedback is not only lonely, is also not that productive.
This all might sound bs, or whatever, but I really believe that it would make a difference for what I wanna do.
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Just now, joshualuo7 said:
Huh I have not heard anything from NYU yet, although I was still not expecting anything due to not being interviewed earlier last month.
Same. But I also wish they kinda recommend my application to their MA. I already have a PhD in History from Brazil, and I guess a master would fit for what I wanna do.
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Just found out about this thread - although been chatting with @joshualuo7 on the result's board every now and then.
Just saw 2 NYU rejections on the board from yesterday. Still waiting to hear from them.
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Any word from Columbia/LAIC?
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2 hours ago, GRADSPN1 said:
Hi all.
I hope that this process is going well and that the anxiety is gradually decreasing. I write to comment that I was accepted in Tulane and Cuny (literature track). Tulane was notified by mail and Cuny by website. I hope this information helps those who are interested in these programs. As an international student, I would like your thoughts on the programs and the cost of living in New York. Thanks so much for any help.
Hi @GRADSPN1 - Congrats!!!! In my opinion, I'd only choose Cuny if the program was my first choice and I really really wanted to go there. I live in Manhattan and the cost of living is really high. You'd probably need to comute from your place to Cuny. It can be stressful for some, but it's definitely a challenge worth pursuing if you're up for the task.
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Has anyone hear from/contacted Columbia-LAIC?
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Received a rejection letter from Cornell this morning.
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1 minute ago, caromella said:
Nothing from Cornell. I was told by their DGS to expect results about a week from last Friday, so hopefully that means that we will hear early next week.
Hey @caromella: did you get invited for an interview?
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Any news from Cornell and Columbia (LAIC)?
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13 hours ago, GSHopeful1 said:
Hi everyone,
I just wanted to give you guys an update that I received a call from the DGS at Northwestern today informing me that I had been accepted into their PhD program and that I will be receiving my official offer letter next week! It is my first acceptance and I am over the moon since the program is one of my top choices and I left the interview earlier this week with a really good impression of the program and my POI. Thank you @GRADSPN1 for the interview tips - they were definitely helpful!
I also had a great interview with Tulane earlier this week, everyone was incredibly kind and informative - also seems like an amazing program. I will keep you updated when I know more.
Also if I could offer a piece of unsolicited advice, remember to send out personalized thank you emails after every interview. In addition to the obvious courtesy of thanking the faculty for taking the time out of their busy schedules to speak with you, it also gives you a final chance to make an impression on the admissions committee before they make their decisions. From my experience, the responses to your thank you emails (or lack thereof) can sometimes be a good indicator of how the interview went and whether or not the program would be a good fit for you.
If anyone has any advice or thoughts about Northwestern, I would love to hear them. Buena suerte a todos as we continue with this STRESSFUL process!
This is such amazing news! And I'm sure more good new are coming your way!!! Congratulations!
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2 hours ago, caromella said:
I did not apply there, but was it in Spanish?
Portuguese track. But the Department is very interdisciplinary.
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Had my interview yesterday at Hopkins (Modern Languages and Literatures). More like a conversation and general interview questions.
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27 minutes ago, SPANGRAD22 said:
Hi everyone! I'm a master's student in Latin America. I'm applying to 8 PhD programs (Harvard, Cornell, Brown, Northwestern, Chicago, Princeton, Michigan and Boston University). I had an interview with Harvard professors last week, and I will have another with Cornell professors (both with a POI I mentioned in my statement and the chair department). I'm wondering if that being interviewed by the chair of the department is normal, considering that in Harvard the chair researchs Portuguese literature.... Hope you can help me with this doubt.
Another thing, as you can see, English is my second language... In my 1st interview I get a lot nervous, I could speak in English but I had some trouble be fluent. Do you think that my mediocre performance in English could jeopardize my admission? The part of the interview conducted in Spanish was fine, my POI and the chair were pleased with my answers.
Hi - do you mind sharing when did you receive an invite to interview at Cornell?
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18 hours ago, plainblacktights said:
hi everyone! i applied for the Comp Lit PHD at CUNY, still haven't heard back at all, although the portal shows my application as "completed" since 1/13. I am anxious as all hell and there is no info on the page about how long the admissions process takes, whether they interview applicants, AAAAAAAAA.
If you applied on 1/13, I think it is still a little earlier to hear from them.
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44 minutes ago, HummusBaguette said:
Thank you for the thread! Waiting it out as well.... Are the schools doing things in a really slow pace this season? It seems that everyone is freaked out right now! !
I have no idea! Where did you apply for Complit? I applied at Stanford and Northwestern. Romance languages at other universities.
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1 hour ago, GSHopeful1 said:
Hi everyone,
Long time reader, first time poster here. I've been reading everyone's updates to see if anyone has heard from any of the schools that I applied to - so far it seems like no one has gotten any firm answers from any schools. In case anyone else is doing the same, I thought I would share the updates that I have received so far. I had a brief Zoom interview with UChicago last week - I believe they said that they hope to start making decisions in about 2 weeks or so. I received an email from the DGS at Washington University in St. Louis informing me that I was put on the waitlist and that she will let me know if anyone declines their offer and they are in a position to move to the waitlist. I also have an upcoming interview scheduled with Northwestern.
I haven't heard from anywhere else, but will let you guys know when I do. Keep the updates coming y buena suerte a todos!
Hi - good luck with the waiting list. I'm sure everything will work out!
If you don't mind, can you tell us when is your interview at Northwestern? @GRADSPN1 had her interview this week (I guess on the 19th?)
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