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For some reason, I would be a little wary of this and at least contact the school to see if it's Ok...

For me it was a little opposite. I had dream school (ivy league), but in reality I wanted to go to local city college. They rejected me and now I'm stuck with school that was originally my top choice, but seemed rather intimidating and unreal. Originally I thought that little school would be a better fit, but these things we must leave to the committee to decide... We can only apply. They decide the fit and I'm happy now. Either way it's going to be an experience to remember for sure!

So, as we're approaching the end of March I have yet to hear from two schools I've applied to, but just to put things into perspective: I was offered admission to both my top school and my safety school. So far that's it. It just goes to show that it's all a numbers game and an acceptance or rejection is not a determinant of your character, but rather a matter of fit. I hope this cheers someone up. It still stung a little to get rejected by local city school after local dream school said yes. These things are weird and baffling...

This is kind of off topic, but when I told my professor (the one who wrote me a LoR) that I got in he went wide-eyed and said, "You're joking, right! You're kidding!"

Just got rejected from my only other option to live in New York so it's either take Mr. Dreamy with debt or stay in California. This is driving me nuts!

Just got rejected from my only other option to live in New York so it's either take Mr. Dreamy with debt or stay in California. This is driving me nuts!

Just got my first rejection... I'm a goin' drinkin'... and I'm irish... kiss me

I totally know what an intellectual crush is and coined the term even before I heard anyone else say it i.e. read this thread. I think it's important to differentiate between infatuation and love and most times in these cases it might be an intellectual infatuation, harmless and fun! I wouldn't advise to act on it though, unless there was an ethical discussion/awareness first

This thread probably gives us an idea of how they feel when they have to reject our applications. I'm sure it's tough on both ends

I am in a similar but different situation. I applied to Mr. Dreamy telling myself I would only go with funding (my prof said for sure I would get it). Turns out I got accepted with absolutely no funding. Now I'm actually considering the debt, whereas before I wasn't. I have absolutely no debt from undergrad (go CSU!!) and aside from a car loan, I am fairly debt-free. Should I do it???

Yes, that was my dilemma as well. I went straight the the website that sponsored the woman I spoke to and the deadline was passed: NO EXCEPTIONS!

I am in a similar situation. I was just accepted to a program which is a dream for me, but I was offered absolutely no funding. The advisor told I was almost there, but I didn't quite make the cut for funding, which according to my understanding is not much anyway. I spoke with another faculty member who attended the program 10 years ago and she gave me the advice to find an external scholarship as that is how she paid for full tuition. She also informed me that the first year is definitely the hardest and I have heard this from multiple sources. Basically, the second year, MFA students can pick up classes to teach with a full tuition coverage and a $22,000 stipend. I have been mulling over this for days as I wait on other schools' admission. Needless to say, it has given me a mild ulcer, but I am definitely in the similar predicament when it comes to 'how much is too much?' $22,000 in New York might cover rent for a year. My professors says I would be silly not to accept (sigh!), but I don't know if the stress of debt is worth the degree :-/ I will check this thread to see what others say...

I just got in!

I absolutely agree. While watching the news this morning I felt so selfish for obsessing over this process.

I promise I didn't plan this, but after being offered admission to Columbia I got in my car and "New York" by Alicia Keys and Jay-Z came on. I blasted that shit!

I love that you started this thread. I think what the world needs now is patience, sweet patience

Does anyone know anything about Columbia's funding (or lack thereof). I know it's notoriously nonexistant, but I was just offered admission, told I wasn't nominated for institutional aid, but I may still be considered for funding based on need. I filled out all the appropriate financial aid forms on time. This is making the decision's process all the more confusing... Needless to say, thrilled that I was offered admission! would just like to hear any feedback on this. Please help... anyone.

I didn't know where else to post this so here it is: got a call today. I've been accepted to Columbia... WTF!? This is surreal... what happens next???

I feel the same way. I felt suprisingly calm and uncharacteristically not stressed until March 1st hit. Wouldn't say I'm freaking out quite yet, but the anticipation is definitely creeping up on me. I keep checking the results board. So far the only program that has accepted is the one that offered me admission so I have no reason to cry... Still, sometimes I just want this all to be over so I can rest in peace and a slight bit of certainty

From what I've heard the number of applicants this year is exceedingly high due to the slumping economy. Seems like we're all in the same boat. Sorry folks, we're just gonna have to wait it out :[

I like pinot noir. It's that simple. I also like the "ino," "noi" combination. That's it!

Keepin' it real by keepin' it single!!!

Everything is gonna be alright... *pretending everything is gonna be alright while humming to bob marley in my head*

Today is March 1st. Officially time to start freaking out!!!

I noticed someone else just got accepted to UCR's creative writing program. Are you planning to attend their open house?