Was #4, then #3, then #2 on waitlist within a few weeks. Was told they weren't going to the list anymore due to COVID. Then got a call last week! Still surprised but it's the right time to just go.

After being waitlisted in April. 0a/0w/7r/0p

Accepted into Columbia off of the waitlist. Emailed by director Victor LaValle.

Accepted off the waitlist this morning. This is so crazy, but I'm unsure if I'll be able to go until I hear about funding. Still so stoked. This was a dream.

I don't know if I'll take it, as they said there's no funding in the present or future.

I was interviewed yesterday!

Received emails from Adam Clay and Josh Bernstein. Full tuition waiver and assistantship.

Accepted via e-mail portal.

Well that's it.

Finally heard back that all the finalists accepted. It's a weird feeling, but a good one. This was the last thing holding me from another top choice program. So no love lost.

off the waitlist

Alice Elliott Dark called today to tell me that I got off the waitlist!! I am equally shocked and excited.

They won't be going to the waitlist this year. Absolutely gutted.

Figured I was rejected given how long it took to be notified. Still sad to see this door close. With that, though, my season is over with 3a/1w/6r.

Got in off the waitlist!

Had my interview on Tuesday, was told they would notify me after the weekend/holiday. So it was a wonderful surprise to find the acceptance in my inbox Wednesday night! Flattered to get such a quick response. And intrigued by the outright enthusiasm for my work on the part of all the international programs I've applied to, vs. disinterest from most American programs.

They sent an e-mail yesterday that the admissions status was updated. Honestly, after 3 rejections I was scared to open. Didn't open til this morning. It's hard but, stay positive y'all. Keep praying, keep hoping, & never give up if this is what you want, even if it takes longer than you'd like.

Got accepted to the program, but unfortunately the program had their funding cut by 50%. Apparently only two people got a GSA position and I am not one of them. Pretty bummed out because I really wanted to go here, but maybe someone else will have a better shot. Thankful for being accepted here though!