aurora_nova Posted February 11, 2014 Posted February 11, 2014 I haven't received a rejection yet, but I'm fully expecting to in the near future. I did receive my first decision today, and it was a wait-list. Better than a full-out rejection, I guess, especially since I am not really expecting to get accepted anywhere (compared to other candidates my qualifications are unexceptional)...
PhDerp Posted February 11, 2014 Posted February 11, 2014 I'm expecting almost all rejections. I'm already guaranteed a spot in a master's program at a good school for my field (CS), so I only applied to top tier schools for a PhD, plus two schools in cities I'd like to move to. I'm not surprised that I've only gotten rejections so far!
cupofnimbus Posted February 11, 2014 Posted February 11, 2014 I think this week is going to be a blood bath for me (I've already received one rejection). Two of my other schools--one of them very, very high on my list--sent out a bunch of acceptances last night with no waitlists or rejections, so they are implicit rejections, I think. Even though I have back-up plans to across-the-board rejections (I'm several years out of undergrad and a Master's program, so I have a job and career), my ego is still a little bruised! Bitter weeping and chocolate, that is how I am going to treat the rejection woes
renvi012 Posted February 11, 2014 Posted February 11, 2014 Hey guys. Long time reader, first time writer. After receiving two rejections from schools that I knew were not likely to admit me, I got an especially disheartening rejection from a school that was meant to be a back up. After seeing the approaching interview date, I called and spoke with the admissions department and was told that I had been rejected. She cited a large number of qualified applicants (No shit?). Am I that uncompetitive?!? This one has hit me especially hard and has severely impacted my confidence for the remaining three schools. Sigh... My fortitude is being tested, that is for sure. ereissoup 1
PsycD Posted February 11, 2014 Posted February 11, 2014 Hey guys. Long time reader, first time writer. After receiving two rejections from schools that I knew were not likely to admit me, I got an especially disheartening rejection from a school that was meant to be a back up. After seeing the approaching interview date, I called and spoke with the admissions department and was told that I had been rejected. She cited a large number of qualified applicants (No shit?). Am I that uncompetitive?!? This one has hit me especially hard and has severely impacted my confidence for the remaining three schools. Sigh... My fortitude is being tested, that is for sure. As a fellow Psyc applicant, I totally feel your pain. I don't know what these AdComs are looking for. I've stopped checking the status of my Psyc applications altogether and am just hoping for the best with my Communication program apps. I'm thankful that my PI opened my eyes to all of the possibilities outside of Psyc.
Canadianna Posted February 11, 2014 Posted February 11, 2014 I think this week is going to be a blood bath for me (I've already received one rejection). Two of my other schools--one of them very, very high on my list--sent out a bunch of acceptances last night with no waitlists or rejections, so they are implicit rejections, I think. Even though I have back-up plans to across-the-board rejections (I'm several years out of undergrad and a Master's program, so I have a job and career), my ego is still a little bruised! Bitter weeping and chocolate, that is how I am going to treat the rejection woes I'm at the 'no news is BAD NEWS' point in the process too. Like you, two of my schools (one was a top choice, one was what I thought was a realistic possibility) seem to have sent out admissions notices, so it's not looking too good for me. That only leaves 4. Right now I keep oscillating between the horror of potentially having to tell everyone that I've been completely shut out, and the horror of how much money I might have flushed down the drain (a burberry trench coat's worth, that's how much!). Dear God, what have I done....
renvi012 Posted February 11, 2014 Posted February 11, 2014 Haha, ya, I should probably do the same. If it were summer I could at least go fishing and take my mind off the world of admissions. Perhaps the computer will go in the garbage sometime this afternoon. Who knows. Best of luck with your apps, you still got 5 to go!
renvi012 Posted February 11, 2014 Posted February 11, 2014 I'm at the 'no news is BAD NEWS' point in the process too. Like you, two of my schools (one was a top choice, one was what I thought was a realistic possibility) seem to have sent out admissions notices, so it's not looking too good for me. That only leaves 4. Right now I keep oscillating between the horror of potentially having to tell everyone that I've been completely shut out, and the horror of how much money I might have flushed down the drain (a burberry trench coat's worth, that's how much!). Dear God, what have I done.... Haha, I had the exact same scenario run through my head earlier this afternoon. And isn't the implicit rejection awful?!? Its ten times worse than being told outright that you are "not competitive" As far as the money part, just consider it as gambling money
cupofnimbus Posted February 11, 2014 Posted February 11, 2014 I'm at the 'no news is BAD NEWS' point in the process too. Like you, two of my schools (one was a top choice, one was what I thought was a realistic possibility) seem to have sent out admissions notices, so it's not looking too good for me. That only leaves 4. Right now I keep oscillating between the horror of potentially having to tell everyone that I've been completely shut out, and the horror of how much money I might have flushed down the drain (a burberry trench coat's worth, that's how much!). Dear God, what have I done.... There's some fears on the PoliSci thread about having to tell people, so you are not alone at all. I'm not so afraid of that as mortified that I even tried to go about it knowing that my candidacy is only strong for my enthusiasm for working in my field. And, yeah, the money horror. I keep telling myself not to even think about much closer I could be to my wedding savings goal if it weren't for the tears and money I put into grad applications. I FEEL YOU SO MUCH
WritingTrouble Posted February 11, 2014 Author Posted February 11, 2014 I was just rejected from Minnesota. I was so sure I was in.. Sigh.....
renvi012 Posted February 11, 2014 Posted February 11, 2014 I was just rejected from Minnesota. I was so sure I was in.. Sigh..... I live in Minneapolis. Its pretty cold here, if thats any consolation
renvi012 Posted February 11, 2014 Posted February 11, 2014 I was just rejected from Minnesota. I was so sure I was in.. Sigh..... You got accepted to DU though! I would be pumped right now if I were in your shoes haha
Monochrome Spring Posted February 11, 2014 Posted February 11, 2014 (edited) When things aren't going well but you gotta persevere. http://whatshouldwecallgradschool.tumblr.com/post/76343406995/when-things-arent-going-well-but-you-gotta-persevere Edited February 11, 2014 by Monochrome Spring k_angie, ereissoup, Catnip and 1 other 4
smartypants14 Posted February 12, 2014 Posted February 12, 2014 I was rejected a couple weeks ago, I called to find out the reason but it was a voicemail. I'm waiting on the others ,but I'm feeling a bit discouraged and looking up plan B already.
krishnalynn Posted February 12, 2014 Posted February 12, 2014 I can. When you're an International Student with no money to speak of, you have no option but to apply to only 2 or 3 programs and hope for the best. It's a terrible situation to be in but such is life. Yeah, my situation too. Also Ecology it's nearly required to find a supervisor, so try going through the work of building a relationship with 10 professors all over the world, while also worked 30 hrs a week and a full time student. I wish I could have applied to more than 3.
WritingTrouble Posted February 12, 2014 Author Posted February 12, 2014 I am grateful that I was accepted somewhere. Rejection doesn't feel too nice! =(
ihatechoosingusernames Posted February 12, 2014 Posted February 12, 2014 Just got my second official rejection of the season...I'm pretty sure I have a soft rejection from Vanderbilt, so I only have one school remaining. It's my first choice school as well so literally all of my hopes and dreams hinge on this school right now Should have applied to more schools! WAHHHHHhhhhhhhhhh
WritingTrouble Posted February 12, 2014 Author Posted February 12, 2014 I heard 10 should be the minimum...... Keep your head up!
PetitJacques Posted February 12, 2014 Posted February 12, 2014 Well I was just rejected from the one and only program I applied to... . I would like to apply again next year. Is it appropriate to ask the DGS (who I have emailed with quite a bit) or the director of the program (it's very small and I have been in contact with him as well) if they have any suggestions on how to improve my application for next year?
WritingTrouble Posted February 12, 2014 Author Posted February 12, 2014 I think that is totally appropriate! When I was rejected from GSU I emailed the grad director to see what my weaknesses were. She was totally nice and helpful.
PhDerp Posted February 13, 2014 Posted February 13, 2014 Well I was just rejected from the one and only program I applied to... . I would like to apply again next year. Is it appropriate to ask the DGS (who I have emailed with quite a bit) or the director of the program (it's very small and I have been in contact with him as well) if they have any suggestions on how to improve my application for next year? I don't even think it's weird to ask, never mind inappropriate, especially if you've been in-contact! Definitely email them. My cousin applied to a program with rolling admission and called to ask what the weaknesses in her application were. They said nothing, really, and that she should just apply earlier the next year. With that advice, she got into the program the year following! But even if your situation's different, it probably can't hurt to ask, and it can be a huge source of relief when you get an informed second opinion about your application! Stressica 1
PetitJacques Posted February 13, 2014 Posted February 13, 2014 Wonderful, thank you, I will do that now!
cupofnimbus Posted February 13, 2014 Posted February 13, 2014 Was just rejected from my #2 choice while languishing in silence from my #1. Am consoling myself with hot chocolate and a fit of the sad before getting on with my snow day plans.
WritingTrouble Posted February 14, 2014 Author Posted February 14, 2014 Let's not talk about how much weight I've gained since the start of this process! Marycontrary and ereissoup 2
sankofa Posted February 14, 2014 Posted February 14, 2014 Let's not talk about how much weight I've gained since the start of this process! I second this ! Unfortunately. The waiting is turning me into a human garbage disposal lol haha jk
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