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One thing I forgot to mention is that I do know many schools admit student by subfields. It means that if you applied for field A and if no professor in field A is taking on new student, even if you are absolutely stellar they may not admit you. It's pretty sad but it's what it is. That's why I said phd application is just like a job application in some places and that's what makes the admission process somewhat "random". Since you applied to multiple schools I assume the chance that happens for all is negligible. So just stay tuned for good news.

I think the places that you published is very impressive, almost enough for a phd degree seems to me I would be very surprised if you dont get into any schools you applied this year. Especially the top schools would weigh more on your research profile(which you stand out). Remember phd application is essentially a job application and I think you've shown more than enough qualifications. For the gpa and gre scores I wouldn't worry too much of it, my sense is those are only a factor for those without too much research experiences. But let us know how it goes this year so that can plan accordingly. Good luck!

pepepaco, I got that on Jan.29. It's interesting that not only not everyone got that email but also we got it on different dates.... Good luck to us.

Hey LivingVicariously, yes that's true unless they changed their mind... I received that email from them at the end of Jan saying that"Our PhD admissions process is ongoing and all decisions will be released no later than Friday, February 12, 2010. Please don’t be alarmed if you have not yet been contacted by this department." I haven't got any news from them yet since then.