Heffalump27

Still nothing from Pitt, wild

I'de be skeptical of this information. Talk to the people at the programs you recieved offers from, ask them directly these questions we are all worried about. This is a new situation for everyone involved, and everyone is trying to figure things out along the way.....Ohmyreadthis sounds like someone trying to get off a waitlist, and dalek, what special information can't you say here--this is an anonymous forum. What information are you and your department 'sweeping under the rug' from new recruits? You also said just a few weeks ago that poly sci grad admissions this year would not be influenced by the changes to federal grants.....Just saying, be careful, this is the internet, talk to your contacts. This is a big decision. Have we had a case on here of someone having their offer rescinded? The UPENN story is concerning, but I don't think thats indicitive of a pattern.

Syracuse is a cool city and it has a lot going for it. Downtown area is great, ton of new investment pouring into the city especially since CHIPS (though that may change), and the campus is nice. Central NY is kinda rural, but you're also pretty close to NYC, and really close to Cornell, Rochester... Buffalo isnt far. The dept is solid from what I know. In CP I'm only familiar with Jolly's and Taylor's work. If parties, representation, or social movements are your thing, I think you would be good. They also have that qualitative summer thing there, which they are well known for. Public policy is big there too, Maxwell is consistently ranked top policy program in country. Its brick up there though. Cold af and snows a ton. Ive lived there and have a ton of family there, if you have anymore questions, feel free to ask.

I think it would be fine. I would just tell them your situation. Sounds like you are doing the right thing. Good luck.

So should offer letters literally say 'guaranteed funding for x years at y amount'? I've had offers that say 'you can expect funding for 5 years' and as loose as 'we endeavor to renew fellowships for up to 5 years....'

Does anyone have any info about stipend amounts, whats good, whats not. Are there ways to leverage more money? I found this thread, but its a bit old. https://forum.thegradcafe.com/topic/28410-range-of-funding-for-polisci-programs/page/8/#comments

Pitt better give me my money back

Is no news maybe good news? I still haven't heard from 7 schools, stressing.

Anyone hear from Florida State? I was told decisions would come out at the end of first week of Feb