Hicks Posted March 21, 2011 Share Posted March 21, 2011 Well, I ended up shut out of all my applications with the exception of Chicago's MAPH. But, the price that there is too high. Especially since I already have two masters. Anyone else end up shut out and what are your plans? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Amon-Ra Posted March 21, 2011 Share Posted March 21, 2011 I was also, and I'm hoping to spend the next year working and to reapply for fall 2012. I think things may still work out for the best, but it's a difficult situation to be in, and I do feel sorry for us both :-) What are your plans? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
revivalarch Posted March 21, 2011 Share Posted March 21, 2011 Hello! I know how both of you feel. Two years ago, I applied to seven programs and was rejected by all. I fell apart for awhile, but I had a decision to make - work to improve my resume and beef up my apps or choose a different career path. I decided to do the former. It was hard work, and I went out on a limb many times. However, I landed some adjunct positions, which turned into more adjunct positions. I then decided to work on some individual research, participate in academic conferences, etc. I reapplied two years later (this season) and was more selective in the programs. I made sure I connected with the faculty members and discussed what they were looking for in applicants, etc. I was a bit worried, because my schedule didn't allow me to apply to as many schools as I wanted to, but I was accepted with great funding and will be working with fantastic scholars. Keep you head up! I was there, and I know it's hard. However, there's always next year! My regards and best wishes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blackshirt Posted March 21, 2011 Share Posted March 21, 2011 Well, I ended up shut out of all my applications with the exception of Chicago's MAPH. I'm so sorry to hear that, Hicks! Your letter must have sounded pretty silly--"Even though we see that you already have 2 masters, we're CONVINCED THAT YOU NEED A THIRD FROM US." ...ummm... =\ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Octavia3 Posted March 23, 2011 Share Posted March 23, 2011 Don't worry, you're not alone! Just waiting on one school, but it is NOT looking good. Otherwise, rejection city for me. When I hear stories of second-timers finally getting their way, it gives me hope! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amr Posted March 23, 2011 Share Posted March 23, 2011 Don't worry, you're not alone! Just waiting on one school, but it is NOT looking good. Otherwise, rejection city for me. When I hear stories of second-timers finally getting their way, it gives me hope! I applied to 10 programs last year...and was rejected from ALL of them. I applied to 9 schools this year (granted, more MAs this time) and got into 6. There is definitely hope, and the unsuccessful first round helped me really figure out where I could improve this go-round. mooncake88, violetvivian and Octavia3 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hicks Posted March 25, 2011 Author Share Posted March 25, 2011 I was also, and I'm hoping to spend the next year working and to reapply for fall 2012. I think things may still work out for the best, but it's a difficult situation to be in, and I do feel sorry for us both :-) What are your plans? Sorry for not getting back to this sooner. i honestly don't know what my plans are right now. There are also a lot of other things up in the air right now. I life has kind of gone all crazy over the last few weeks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hicks Posted March 25, 2011 Author Share Posted March 25, 2011 I applied to 10 programs last year...and was rejected from ALL of them. I applied to 9 schools this year (granted, more MAs this time) and got into 6. There is definitely hope, and the unsuccessful first round helped me really figure out where I could improve this go-round. Any PhD's out of the six you got into this year? And if so do you mind if I ask which ones? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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