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Good post. Most people here are really interested in MBA 13''. But I'm inclined to get a MBA 11'' for its smaller size and perhaps greater portability. And it's cheaper! My needs are really basic: taking notes, writing papers, recording lectures and surfing the net. And in a way, the 11'' is more like a Mac version of netbook and I've always wanted to get something like that. Just curious why you guys are not considering the 11''?

If there is no indication these questions on financing are mandatory, then skip them.

Jtu2tj, this is a great thread. I'm in the same boat. and Bearcat1, thanks for the response. It's really helpful. Now I'll go ahead and send my transcripts before I submit my online applications. Good luck guys!

I think you may have done the right thing: to thank those who helped you in the past; and find out the reasons why your advisor rejected your request for reference letter. There's no need to be pessimistic. It seems to me that you've got a very strong record (publicatoin and conference presentations). Now you just have to find someone who can truly help you.

Send it. It wouldn't hurt. In the meantime, keep looking for someone else who's willing to help.

Keep chasing your first choice. Just in case it wouldn't work out, go for the one who knows you really well and can write a very strong letter for you.

This is helpful, LMac. Thanks. I'm going to contact the technical support people later today and let you guys know how it turns out.

I have the same question also. Actually one of my referees asked me to set up an Interfolio account so that she will just write one letter. After checking out the website, I realize that Interfolio may not support the general online application system adopted by many universities. For one, it does not provide the student evaluation form referees must fill out. Also - when a reference letter is submitted electornically, it's not clear if it's be to delivered to the right place. Any Interfolio users here?

If this is truly your last resort, you may want to give it another shot. Write a second email stating your situation and reminding him or her of the work relationship you two had. If possible, you should also attach as secondary reminders any essays (with comments and grades) you wrote for your advisor in the past. If you really cannot get support from your advisor, approach your thesis reader immediately. I understand that this is a very hurtful situation, but you don't want to get stuck in it forever but should instead move on and finish your applications.

Sorry to hear that. Relax, relax. Maybe this is the end for this application season, but certainly not for the next. Taking off a year or two may get you into some really awesome programs. The guy who started this thread didn't get into the dual degree program when he applied a few years ago but did get into Yale after a couple of years in the professional world. So for you - wayy to go.. Stay positive.

myohmichael - calm down. At the moment you may want to shift your attention to other stuff in your life even though this is a school you really want to attend and you care a lot about this. This would be a good psychological trick you can employ for your well-being. Relax a little bit and send in all the application materials (again!) Take it easy... And i think JosephineBeuys gave a really good piece of advice. Just send a polite email to the contact person in the program (perhaps cc it to the head/director also) and let them know the unpleasant situation you are in. It may be very effective sometimes. Good luck.

I think it does matter a lot how well connected your teachers/advisors are. This would definitely affect your academic career. To some extent, reputation is very important. If you decide not to stay in academia after you finish your doctoral studies, then the reputation of the school would play a big role in your job hunting If you decide to become a full time academic, then the reputation of your advisors and school in general still matters. If you change your mind and want to go to the other school, you can totally do so. Just let them know why you make this decision. Be polite and sincere, it should be fine I think.

Oh congratulations on the other offer. That's great. And I'll cross my fingers for you on this one. So you'll have options.. It's always good to have options also - don't underestimate yourself.

fawlty - relax, relax