Phone call from head of admissions committee. There were about 25-30 candidates invited to NYC for a final round interview. They are aiming for a class of 10, I think.

I called to check on the status and that told me over the phone with a scholarship decision.

letter dated 3/1. "decision of the Admissions Committee in no way reflects upon your ability to do successful graduate work elsewhere." Gee, thanks guys.

Figured. But I doubt I would have received funding if I were accepted, so. On to nicer offers!

To the other NYU wait-listers, if any of you wanna chat on AIM, send a message to donkeygospel6 on AIM. It might be helpful for us to share what we know about the process. We can be confidential, no one has to give their real name. I'll be on AIM from 9:00pm NY time (until midnight).

Sigh. 1st choice also, but not hopeful. About 35 (also heard 32 or 33) invited to the Open House, and 9 spots. I imagine all who attended are waitlisted, and many very keen to go. Good luck all.

This is my first (and only) choice, too, so if you're sitting on multiple offers, please spare a thought. Good luck to all.

if you're not going to accept please let them know! this is my first choice!

I was at the open house. NYU is apparently doing "rolling acceptances"--so I imagine, they're only accepting as many people as they have slots (rumored: 9) and will make additional offers as people decline. So to my fellow NYU acceptees, do take all the time you need, but notify as soon as you know! I think that they're only making offers to those invited to the open house, but I could be wrong.