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01/09/2024

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I don't see why you would need to collect more prestige. I think your best bet would be to write a better writing sample, revise it based on expert feedback, and then reapply.

TT Prof Now

I got into two top-10 PhD programs after working for 3 years after my standalone MA. My BA was from a non-prestigious university and my MA was from a highly ranked non-American school. I doubt prestige is your problem. I'd focus on the writing sample and maybe even publishing something from your MA if you have anything suitable. Other than that, all PhDs are a crapshoot so I wouldn't take your waitlists as anything other than bad luck. Try again and maybe cast your net wider than the top 10 this time.

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