Was told I made it to the "long shortlist." Asked to interview later this week

Two days after receiving an oddly casual email from the department saying that they "don't think it's going to work out" regarding my admission, I received an email to check my online application portal. I had a more formal letter of rejection waiting for me there.

I got an email stating they're still reviewing my application and will let me know by 6/1.

Weeks after being told over the phone and via email that I would be notified of my status no later than May 15th, I got my rejection notice via email...on May 20th. Given the long delay in response, I assumed I wouldn't be getting in, but the turnaround time and lack of adherence to deadlines was absurd.

Received an email apologizing for the delay in response and that I should expect to hear back from them on a decision by no later than May 15th.

E-mail to check Portal

Received an initial email from the department's administrative head on March 19th informing me I didn't get in. Received a second email from the Director of Graduate Admissions on April 10th saying the same. Still awaiting a mailed letter that they mentioned was on its way.

Received a kind, but brief personal email from the Literary Manager, in advance of an official rejection letter.

Letting me know they want to schedule interview this week or next and scheduling email will come later.

Got a kind, personal email from Kathleen saying I was a member of a group of finalists, but didn’t make the cut.