Received the call from Prof. Vollmer on the night of 27th from a different time zone. He said kindly that he had enjoyed reading my story, which felt like a dream (and an encouraging reality). The application process and admission were smooth, attentive, and non-intrusive during these times of stress for applicants. The timeline of events really matched what was stated in the generic confirmation email I received after submitting my application. (On a side note, I have never experienced a better IT system than what they run at VT, truly state-of-the-art.)

received generic admission offer from MNSU system on Feb 20, followed by a TA offer by Dr. Henderson Lee for teaching load 1-1. Such an incredible program (however low key) with full tuition waived + 1-1 TAship + small cohort + long list of student/faculty publication. Additionally no reg. deadline for grad housing & 4k unlimited meal plan for the WHOLE YEAR. I have to say the support throughout my entire application process was gold, very prompt reply from Prof McCormick (for admission), Dr. Bakke (for TA), and MNSU residential + financial support unit.

3a/2w/2r/7p, yippee!!! got an email to check portal. they'll notify all waitlisted candidates of their final decision by april 20th

I was waitlisted in Spring 2022--now after getting a second MA in Lit, I got rejected outright (one of my recommenders went here too). UGH.

sent email to check portal on decision status. my top school, but it'll be okay :)

Email to check portal (following resolution of issue with my unofficial transcripts this morning).

3a/1w/2r/8p, what the freak. email w/ lots of info. offered a taship + stipend

Sent an email that they’re not taking on any doctoral students due to lack of funding :/

Email with funding package from Jeremy. I hope someone follows up with me by phone cause I have questions

email to check portal. 0a/0w/0p/3r

The faculty in the Creative Writing MFA program, have completed a review of your application for admission to graduate study at the University of Minnesota. We have carefully considered all of your application materials, and unfortunately your admission has not been approved. There were a great many excellent applications, and therefore the final decision was very difficult. I sincerely regret that we are unable to approve your admission, and hope that our decision will not discourage you from pursuing further academic education or professional development. Please accept our best wishes for success in your future endeavors.