zoom interview on 1/31

really sad news.

Invitation to Visit Weekend

Received official email on 1/31

Can't imagine, really disappointed. anyone who got the acceptance?

Applied as Nuclear/HEP Experimental, got in for Nuclear Experimental. No Publications, ~2.5 years of research experience all Nuclear Experimental, REU at a top Public Institution.

Applied as HEP/Nuclear Experimental. No Publications, ~2.5 years of research experience all in Nuclear Experimental, REU at a top Public Institution.

The committee reviewed a great many applications from well-qualified individuals and had to make difficult choices. In its deliberations, the committee took into account your prior academic performance, your professional experiences, and the fit between your interests and goals and that of our programs and faculty.

Interview requested on Jan 25. Interview held on Jan 31. Two interviewers, one of them was the associate chair of education. Short interview (about 10 minutes). At the end, I was told that the graduate office will contact me soon.

Surprised as my GPA is low. About 3 years undergrad research experience and 1 publication. I did have extenuating circumstances to explain my GPA though.