No interview

Email subject: MSU economics PhD long waitlist We have completed our initial round of admission review and unfortunately, we decided to pass on your application at this time. We received over 300 applications for 8 spots. There is a non-zero but low possibility we will be able to offer you admission. If we do, it will likely not come until shortly before April 15. I know this process can be quite stressful and I sincerely ask for your patience.

With formal interview with PI

Submitted a complete advanced standing MSW application 10/19/2026.

shortlist: one of the highly rated but need some time to read my profiles thoroughly

Email received: We have completed our initial round of admission review. At least two faculty and in certain cases up to five faculty have independently reviewed your files and jointly made recommendations. You are one of the highly rated. However, before I make formal offers, I’d like to thoroughly read your application files and reach out to you (as I have done with a few candidates).