MicrobeGirlie13 Posted February 25, 2011 Share Posted February 25, 2011 Just got my first rejection from SUNY Buffalo. I'm a bit bummed, though my initial reaction was definitely like the Snape picture. I came inside, put down my bag, and went to make dinner and unload the dishwasher. I totally thought I'd be in tears. I'm more concerned because it was one of my safety schools, and I withdrew my application from my two other safety schools because if I did get into them, I didn't really want to go there, it just felt like I'd be settling (I'm thinking it was a stupid move, now). Now, I just have 2 applications left, and I haven't heard a single word from them... It's looking like I'm going to strike out this year! Blah! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
library dweller Posted February 25, 2011 Share Posted February 25, 2011 My first notification was a rejection...from my safety school... I was so careful in choosing programs and applying, have a 3.95 GPA (as a double major with a minor), GRE scores at and above the 95th percentile, and have internship experience in the field, but apparently that doesn't cut it... I hope this isn't a trend! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zouzax Posted February 25, 2011 Share Posted February 25, 2011 Staying in Europe isn't all that bad...sounds pretty enticing actually! i agree! throughout this whole process ive been on the fence about moving back to the States. of course, to move back to do a ph.d at an awesome school is one thing; but to move back with no prospects of a job & no idea what I'm going to do is another! and i really do love living in Europe. let's see what happens!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snes Posted February 27, 2011 Author Share Posted February 27, 2011 My first notification was a rejection...from my safety school... I was so careful in choosing programs and applying, have a 3.95 GPA (as a double major with a minor), GRE scores at and above the 95th percentile, and have internship experience in the field, but apparently that doesn't cut it... I hope this isn't a trend! As another applying to ethnomusicology programs I'll have you know that I am no competition for you (3.6 GPA, GRE verbal good but not anything else, unrelated work experience)! (yes I know it's all about fit and bla bla bla) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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