coffeeandtravel Posted March 16, 2016 Share Posted March 16, 2016 Mine says submitted, but it also has a date that it was completed (in January)...not sure if that helps or not. I'd assume they just don't have a status that lets people know when it's being reviewed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Solio Posted March 16, 2016 Share Posted March 16, 2016 Mine is the same as coffeeandtravel's. No news yet. *twitch* (~_^) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
6speed! Posted March 16, 2016 Author Share Posted March 16, 2016 (edited) Just now, MFP413 said: Apologies if this has been asked already, but I was wondering if anyone's application status on the online portal has said anything except "submitted?" I've checked a few places on the platform (the landing page, the check list) and it confirms that the Admissions office has received my full application, but no updates on if it is being reviewed. Not sure if SFS does this or not? Thanks in advance, all! I'm pretty sure that it just stays as "Submitted" and does not adjust to indicate that the application is under review. Like everyone else has said, mine also simply states that it has been submitted. I'm confident they are all under review right now. I really feel like they are going to release decisions tomorrow or Friday, but that's just a hunch. Edited March 16, 2016 by 6speed! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maximum Cadence Posted March 16, 2016 Share Posted March 16, 2016 (edited) I’m done waiting for SFS. It’s too late now, even if I receive an offer with half funding. It seems over-hyped on reflection: half funding at best, poor communication and slow application decisions, no option of accommodation, inexplicably high fees relative to other premium programs (even in DC). It may be marginally the best program, but the downsides mean that the difference to the next best alternatives isn't justifiable. Edited March 16, 2016 by Maximum Cadence Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
6speed! Posted March 16, 2016 Author Share Posted March 16, 2016 3 hours ago, Maximum Cadence said: I’m done waiting for SFS. It’s too late now, even if I receive an offer with half funding. It seems over-hyped on reflection: half funding at best, poor communication and slow application decisions, no option of accommodation, inexplicably high fees relative to other premium programs (even in DC). It may be marginally the best program, but the downsides mean that the difference to the next best alternatives isn't justifiable. I wish they had an admissions blog like the other schools and were a bit more transparent throughout the application process, especially while the applications are under review. I have received quick, helpful responses from the admissions department every time I've contacted them, however. The decisions, while slower than the other IR schools, aren't so late for that to affect my decision making. The funding situation is unfortunate for sure, as half funding still leaves an incredibly expensive program. What other programs did you apply to and where are you thinking you're going to choose at this point, with SFS off the table? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maximum Cadence Posted March 17, 2016 Share Posted March 17, 2016 (edited) Hi 6speed!, GWU, SAIS, JIGA and Oxford. JIGA could be an option for financial reasons. Aside from that, my head says GWU or SAIS. My heart says Oxford. Hope you get the offer you’re hoping for! Edited March 17, 2016 by Maximum Cadence Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
6speed! Posted March 17, 2016 Author Share Posted March 17, 2016 Just now, Maximum Cadence said: Hi 6speed!, GWU, SAIS, JIGA and Oxford. JIGA could be an option for financial reasons. Aside from that, my head says GWU or SAIS. My heart says Oxford. Hope you get the offer you’re hoping for! Many thanks! You certainly have some wonderful schools to choose from, even if you decide to go with your head and not your heart. Best of luck to you wherever you decide to attend! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coffeeandtravel Posted March 17, 2016 Share Posted March 17, 2016 Is today the day? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Solio Posted March 17, 2016 Share Posted March 17, 2016 42 minutes ago, coffeeandtravel said: Is today the day? Based on previous years, I would say yes, but the whole DC metro system was closed yesterday and I know a lot of places closed for the day in response. So it might be pushed back a day or so. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
6speed! Posted March 17, 2016 Author Share Posted March 17, 2016 Just now, Solio said: Based on previous years, I would say yes, but the whole DC metro system was closed yesterday and I know a lot of places closed for the day in response. So it might be pushed back a day or so. That's what I'm thinking. I suppose it all depends on how close they were at the time of the closure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nzclusa Posted March 17, 2016 Share Posted March 17, 2016 i am SOOOOOOOOOO nervous!!!!!! Please let it be today! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ejc5ys Posted March 17, 2016 Share Posted March 17, 2016 (edited) Hopefully, since Georgetown is nowhere close to any metro station, we will be in luck and there will be no delay! Edited March 17, 2016 by Ejc5ys kasbah 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
6speed! Posted March 17, 2016 Author Share Posted March 17, 2016 Just now, Ejc5ys said: Hopefully, since Georgetown is nowhere close to any metro station, we will be in luck and there will be no delay! I like the way you think! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ticoindc Posted March 17, 2016 Share Posted March 17, 2016 2 minutes ago, Ejc5ys said: Hopefully, since Georgetown is nowhere close to any metro station, we will be in luck and there will be no delay! I live in DC and while the commute sucked yesterday, offices were still open, as was Georgetown as I have colleagues that study there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MFP413 Posted March 17, 2016 Share Posted March 17, 2016 Has anyone been brave enough to call the admissions office and ask? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SenNoodles Posted March 17, 2016 Share Posted March 17, 2016 I applied to the public policy school, not SFS, but I know for a fact their admissions office was open as usual yesterday. (And as others have noted, DC offices were by and large open/running normally yesterday despite Metro's closing) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nzclusa Posted March 18, 2016 Share Posted March 18, 2016 it's got to be today right? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coffeeandtravel Posted March 18, 2016 Share Posted March 18, 2016 1 hour ago, nzclusa said: it's got to be today right? Fingers crossed! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coffeeandtravel Posted March 18, 2016 Share Posted March 18, 2016 Decisions are up. I was waitlisted...oh well! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mapiau Posted March 18, 2016 Share Posted March 18, 2016 Waitlisted too. Tough, but fair! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coffeeandtravel Posted March 18, 2016 Share Posted March 18, 2016 1 minute ago, mapiau said: Waitlisted too. Tough, but fair! I was kind of expecting a waitlist, as I don't have as much work experience in my selected field of study (the average is 4+ years). I'm not super disappointed but I'll stay on the waitlist to see how it plays out. Better than being rejected I guess. Anyone know how many people on average are taken off the waitlist each year? I'm sure it varies. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
6speed! Posted March 18, 2016 Author Share Posted March 18, 2016 I'm in!!! Beyond ecstatic to get into my dream program. I hope some of y'all get off the wait list and best of luck to everyone! jgolig, ZebraFinch and coffeeandtravel 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coffeeandtravel Posted March 18, 2016 Share Posted March 18, 2016 1 minute ago, 6speed! said: I'm in!!! Beyond ecstatic to get into my dream program. I hope some of y'all get off the wait list and best of luck to everyone! Congrats! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iapassion Posted March 18, 2016 Share Posted March 18, 2016 Congrats to all! are decisions on the apply yourself portal? or were they communicated through email? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
6speed! Posted March 18, 2016 Author Share Posted March 18, 2016 Just now, Joelle ES said: Congrats to all! are decisions on the apply yourself portal? or were they communicated through email? They are on the portal. I didn't receive an e-mail - I checked the portal once I saw @coffeeandtravel post that decisions were up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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