SydneyAnne Posted February 24, 2014 Share Posted February 24, 2014 I know that a few other members indicated that they had also applied to American University. I happened the check their website today and they had made my admission decision available. I've been admitted with funding (a tuition waiver and $20,000 a year stipend). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pennywise Posted February 24, 2014 Share Posted February 24, 2014 Oh, thanks for checking. I just checked, and I got in, too! The program at American is a little different because it seems to have evolved from a PhD in law, rather than from a Masters in law enforcement (i.e., police work). For example, it is called Justice, Law, and Criminology and is housed in the School of Public Affairs rather than the Social Science department. I wonder if that emphasis on law might lead to different types of job opportunities in law schools or elsewhere... Anyhow, I'm excited to have options! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SydneyAnne Posted February 24, 2014 Share Posted February 24, 2014 Oh, thanks for checking. I just checked, and I got in, too! The program at American is a little different because it seems to have evolved from a PhD in law, rather than from a Masters in law enforcement (i.e., police work). For example, it is called Justice, Law, and Criminology and is housed in the School of Public Affairs rather than the Social Science department. I wonder if that emphasis on law might lead to different types of job opportunities in law schools or elsewhere... Anyhow, I'm excited to have options! Congrats! It's definitely very exciting. I actually contacted the program to arrange a visit for next month. Part of the reason I applied to American was because the program is different. Having my Bachelor's in Legal Studies, I like the emphasis on law and justice in addition to criminology. It's also a great fit for my research interests. The only real downside to the offer is cost of living in Washington, D.C. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pennywise Posted February 25, 2014 Share Posted February 25, 2014 Congrats to you, too! I have a lot more research to do about American's program! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank&Stein Posted February 26, 2014 Author Share Posted February 26, 2014 I just got a phone call from South Carolina accepting me into their program! TheGirlWhoLived 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGirlWhoLived Posted February 27, 2014 Share Posted February 27, 2014 I just got a phone call from South Carolina accepting me into their program! Congrats! Does anyone else follow this? http://whatshouldwecallgradschool.tumblr.com Another place to spend an unhealthy amount of time Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest criminologist Posted February 27, 2014 Share Posted February 27, 2014 I just got a phone call from South Carolina accepting me into their program! Same here I got a call yesterday and they offered funding Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest criminologist Posted February 27, 2014 Share Posted February 27, 2014 (edited) So no one here who has applied to Maryland has heard anything about whether they were accepted/rejected yet, anyone heard from the department when they might send decisions? Thanks. Edited February 27, 2014 by gz390 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Varangian Posted February 27, 2014 Share Posted February 27, 2014 No one has heard from Maryland's Crim J program yet. Based on previous responses in the results search, I think we can expect answers within the next 1-2 weeks. Though, they were also recently hacked and there is no telling how that might delay admissions decisions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest criminologist Posted February 27, 2014 Share Posted February 27, 2014 No one has heard from Maryland's Crim J program yet. Based on previous responses in the results search, I think we can expect answers within the next 1-2 weeks. Though, they were also recently hacked and there is no telling how that might delay admissions decisions. Yeah its ironic the school with the best Criminology and Criminal Justice program in the country was a victim of a cyber crime. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pennywise Posted February 28, 2014 Share Posted February 28, 2014 Has anyone heard from Delaware? There's this one rejection on the results board, but my status on the UD site hasn't changed... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank&Stein Posted March 3, 2014 Author Share Posted March 3, 2014 So far my funding offers have been a bit underwhelming and even though I am grateful for the opportunities I'm starting to have second thoughts. I think being a professor is an evolving profession where getting tenure is becoming extinct. That said, I think criminal justice/criminology is a growing field that is not (yet) saturated by PhD graduates. What do you think our chances are of getting a full time position after graduating? Are you expecting to have to be an adjunct for a few years before getting a full time position? I'm not just in this for the money. I'm not picking a PhD program because it pays the most and I'm not wanting to be a professor because I want to be rich. I do however value job security and there are plenty of online resources that strongly advise against getting your PhD. I'm not getting my PhD to not have simple things like medical benefits. So I'm curious what you guys think! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGirlWhoLived Posted March 3, 2014 Share Posted March 3, 2014 I've heard professors say that criminology is a growing field, and there are a lot of schools adding and expanding criminology departments. So, there should be a good job market (supposedly). I would like to think there is a good chance to get a full time position after graduating, but who knows. I also can't speak much to the professor as an evolving profession, although I have heard talk about tenure becoming extinct. I haven't really done much research on it. I just decided it's what I want to do and never really looked back. If it's what you want to do, I wouldn't worry about it. I feel like if you are passionate about what you do, it will work out. If you are unsure, I would reevaluate and see with what you come up with. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pennywise Posted March 3, 2014 Share Posted March 3, 2014 (edited) If you're committed to a tenure track job in a research institution, I don't think it is impossible in Crim, because it *is* a growing field, but I do think you have to be realistic about where those tenure track jobs are going to be. There are only 30 or so Crim PhD programs, after all, and lots of competition. Of course, there are also non-research institutions, and sociology departments. And jobs outside of academia. But it's a young field, so it could change in 5 years (maybe?). Edited March 3, 2014 by grrlfriend Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest criminologist Posted March 5, 2014 Share Posted March 5, 2014 Has anyone tried getting their decision from maryland by emailing the program ? I saw on the results page Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mightymaus Posted March 6, 2014 Share Posted March 6, 2014 Have any of you applied to Penn states phd program? Anyone heard anything from there yet? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGirlWhoLived Posted March 6, 2014 Share Posted March 6, 2014 Anyone claiming Maryland? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank&Stein Posted March 6, 2014 Author Share Posted March 6, 2014 I can't claim Maryland but I did get an email from UT Dallas accepting me into their program! I'm most excited because of a few of their professors and my research interests are a great fit. Their program is scheduled for 3 years and this is also very attractive for me. Does anyone have an opinion on UT Dallas' PhD program for criminology? TheGirlWhoLived 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGirlWhoLived Posted March 6, 2014 Share Posted March 6, 2014 I don't know much about the program. I just know Alex Piquero is there, and he is known for being really productive. Congrats on the acceptance! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGirlWhoLived Posted March 6, 2014 Share Posted March 6, 2014 Just got a call from Maryland! It was a little awkward because they thought I already received a letter when I haven't yet. But they mailed letters already and I guess they are calling people today Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest criminologist Posted March 6, 2014 Share Posted March 6, 2014 Congrats...did you check your status online yet and what did it say? Did you get funding as well? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGirlWhoLived Posted March 6, 2014 Share Posted March 6, 2014 Thanks! When I checked last, it just said it was complete. I have no idea about funding. I'm sure it will be in the letter, but I haven't receiced it yet. I was told "Oh... I was told they should have been received by now... I suppose I should call again early next week.." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest criminologist Posted March 6, 2014 Share Posted March 6, 2014 (edited) Ok mine also says the same thing, I wonder if they are calling all accepted people today? I still have not heard anything by email, phone or mail. Edited March 6, 2014 by gz390 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Varangian Posted March 6, 2014 Share Posted March 6, 2014 I haven't heard anything either. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pennywise Posted March 7, 2014 Share Posted March 7, 2014 Congratulations on Maryland! That's pretty huge! Anybody claiming the Penn State wait list? My online status just says "submitted," which is, while accurate, not very informative. TheGirlWhoLived 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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