From a German university, but not a highly ranked one like TUM or KIT (QS around 450). TOEFL 106. Two letters of recommendation—one might be strong, but I’m not sure what "strong" means in this context. Research experience includes a research internship at MPI, one year as a TA, and one year working at a research institution. Started working in a lab this fall. My Statement of Purpose might have been good, but I have no real benchmark for comparison. Honestly, I didn’t expect to get in, especially after reading the rejections here. My grades are generally strong, but my transcript isn’t perfect—there’s a small note, more of a detail, that I thought might get me rejected. My worst grades (2.0 and 1.7) are in math-related subjects, so I was worried that might hurt my chances. Still a bit surprised, but I’m excited for the opportunity and will do my best! From a German university, but not a highly ranked one like TUM or KIT (QS around 450). TOEFL 106. Two letters of recommendation—one might be strong, but I’m not sure what "strong" means in this context. Research experience includes a research internship at MPI, one year as a TA, and one year working at a research institution. Started working in a lab this fall. My Statement of Purpose might have been good, but I have no real benchmark for comparison. Honestly, I didn’t expect to get in, especially after reading the rejections here. My grades are generally strong, but my transcript isn’t perfect—there’s a small note, more of a detail, that I thought might get me rejected. My worst grades (2.0 and 1.7) are in math-related subjects, so I was worried that might hurt my chances. Still a bit surprised, but I’m excited for the opportunity and will do my best!

Applied on 4th Dec

In-person research in advance, PI promised return offer; TOEFL R30, L30, S27, W28

Email with letter of acceptance

Thank you for your interest in graduate studies at Oregon State University. We appreciate the time and effort you put into the application process. Regarding your application for admission to the doctoral program in computer science for enrollment in the fall 2025 academic quarter, I regret to inform you that it has been denied. Many factors enter into the acceptance or rejection of graduate applications. If you have questions about the final decision for your application, please contact the program to which you applied. We wish you the best in your academic journey.

Dutch GPA 8.7/10, 3 internships, 3 research projects (no publications). Interviewed 4 weeks ago.