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Tips for Applying to English Ph.D. Programs

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On 10/27/2021 at 5:32 PM, Singsalot said:

Wanted to follow up on the question about listing POIs in your statement. Has anyone found success or does it come off cloying? 

I definitely listed them, though I attached each POI to some specific aspect of my project or interest that I said I'd love to work with them on/discuss more.  I would love to see what others think.

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