Three really good letters are better than six mediocre ones. Statement of Purpose Get as much feedback from others as possible on this section. Your extracurricular activities are not as pertinent. If you do not hear from the program by late April you have every right to call them and ask for an explanation Often your call can work to your advantage. Accepting applicants is not an exact science.
Programs sometimes end up with unexpected openings.
If you continue to show interest, you may be able to get in even after being denied admission. Getting Accepted Visit the campuses where you have been accepted. It is especially useful to talk to the graduate students in the program. Then, negotiate As with the acceptance process, the funding process is a great deal more fungible than programs will have you believe. This is especially true in private institutions.