SarahBethSortino Posted January 9, 2017 Share Posted January 9, 2017 I'm playing the waiting game right now, and a big part of it is that I'm questioning/analyzing/rethinking/obsessing over every decision I made during this cycle. I applied to six schools - should I have done more? I met with two of them because they were the only ones that had time to meet - should I have pushed harder? Should I have studied more for my GRE even though I did pretty well? I think it really hit me today that there's a decent chance I won't get in anywhere, just because that's how it works. Anyone else feeling like they're going crazy? therisingpage and kristincas 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreenEyedTrombonist Posted January 9, 2017 Share Posted January 9, 2017 Definitely feel like I'm going crazy and it's compounded by everything I'm trying to get done before my spring semester starts. I'm working on all this stuff with deadlines coming up soon, but every notification I get on my phone might be an email from a program. Constant anxiety and disappointment when it's not, then have to get back into work, haha. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ramennoodlecats Posted January 9, 2017 Share Posted January 9, 2017 Yes. This is me 100%. I applied in 2013 and was rejected from all 4 universities. This round I submitted 6 applications and visited with 2 of the universities. I cannot stop updating my email hoping to have at least an interview invite. I get this sinking feeling that I will be rejected again. I just want to know! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SarahBethSortino Posted January 9, 2017 Author Share Posted January 9, 2017 I think its compounded for me by the fact that this is my one and only cycle. I'm not doing it again. If this doesn't pan out, I'm moving on. So I have a lot riding on those 6 applications. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreenEyedTrombonist Posted January 9, 2017 Share Posted January 9, 2017 2 minutes ago, SarahBethSortino said: I think its compounded for me by the fact that this is my one and only cycle. I'm not doing it again. If this doesn't pan out, I'm moving on. So I have a lot riding on those 6 applications. I haven't decided if I will apply again if this season doesn't pan out. I know I plan to start applying to jobs if it isn't looking good (or is still unknown) come March, but I'm not sure what I'll do if it comes down to it. Hopefully, wherever I end up will still let me do the research I'm passionate about and work with people in some capacity (preferably online groups, but not super picky at the end of the day). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ugggggh Posted January 9, 2017 Share Posted January 9, 2017 I feel you on this. I was 0/4 last year, and told myself I would come back stronger this year and that this year would be the last time I do it. I really believe(d) that I would get admitted. So, I know it's only early-January, but each silent day makes me feel like "well, what am I going to do if this isn't it?!" Having email notifications turned on is also crazy-making because I'm checking each one like it could be an application email and it's just making me more nuts. ARE WE THERE YET?! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brains1234566 Posted January 9, 2017 Share Posted January 9, 2017 Hang in there everyone! At least we are all in the same boat. Also, this site was making me want to vomit from anxiety last Friday but now I see everyone commiserating and feel solidarity Thanks yall Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brains1234566 Posted January 9, 2017 Share Posted January 9, 2017 And best of luck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laurarayeh Posted January 10, 2017 Share Posted January 10, 2017 I've got 12 MFA applications out and I'm literally in an almost constant existential crisis. I'll graduate with my MA in May, and I've got a 4.0, but I was AWFUL in the first two years of my undergrad and screwed around and got a terrible GPA. I'm freaked out that it'll really hurt me. Godspeed, everyone! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
therisingpage Posted January 10, 2017 Share Posted January 10, 2017 (edited) Looks like I am not the only one agonizing over my application, whether I sold myself enough in my SOP, could I have written a better one?! Should I have applied to more schools? Perhaps this will be the year we all get at least one acceptance from our desired program! Let's keep our hope alive! Edited January 10, 2017 by therisingpage Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
henryshm Posted January 10, 2017 Share Posted January 10, 2017 Checking my application status million times a day and want to call coordinator every day. I am getting crazy.. Good luck everyone! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreenEyedTrombonist Posted January 10, 2017 Share Posted January 10, 2017 None of the schools I applied to do an online status until they've made a decision. I know I would check it too often, but I wish I had an online status to check. x] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lukebw Posted January 10, 2017 Share Posted January 10, 2017 I have submitted my applications in November but am still waiting for my first admission/rejection. If only I have a time machine! inooradd 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goldenstardust11 Posted January 11, 2017 Share Posted January 11, 2017 Yeah, I'm with you. The possibility of getting shut out definitely sinks in once you hit submit. But I'm trying to focus positively - reading, working, and just relaxing now that it's over. It's definitely easier the less I keep my mind on it! inooradd and ugggggh 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SarahBethSortino Posted January 11, 2017 Author Share Posted January 11, 2017 1 hour ago, goldenstardust11 said: Yeah, I'm with you. The possibility of getting shut out definitely sinks in once you hit submit. But I'm trying to focus positively - reading, working, and just relaxing now that it's over. It's definitely easier the less I keep my mind on it! I'm really lucky that my job has literally nothing to do with my PhD. If it did it would not be the welcome distraction that it is. goldenstardust11 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OX_CS Posted January 12, 2017 Share Posted January 12, 2017 The wait sucks. I've only applied to 3 universities but my application is relatively strong. Received one offer a couple of days ago but before that had heard nothing - and it's almost been 3 months for the other two applications! I'm hoping to find out about the rest over the next couple of weeks; fingers crossed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ALSA Posted January 12, 2017 Share Posted January 12, 2017 17 hours ago, OX_CS said: The wait sucks. I've only applied to 3 universities but my application is relatively strong. Received one offer a couple of days ago but before that had heard nothing - and it's almost been 3 months for the other two applications! I'm hoping to find out about the rest over the next couple of weeks; fingers crossed. Can you check your inbox, please? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
inooradd Posted January 12, 2017 Share Posted January 12, 2017 I have applied to 13 universities, across three subjects- Sociology, Social Work, and Research Methodology- and do not think i will get in to any. There is a reason for this. I seem to always approach the application rounds with such hesitancy because I've done this two times, and rejected from all universities (up to 6, each time). Its been 4 years since i last applied. The difference this time around is I have 6 years of research experience, 2 publications, and 2 years of experience teaching college classes. I am eagerly awaiting feedback as well. I should be getting responses from January to March. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quickmick Posted January 12, 2017 Share Posted January 12, 2017 Well, @inooradd who knows, maybe third time a charm. It sounds like you took steps to be a more compelling applicant, good luck! inooradd 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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