guys... do you mean 'roll call fall 2008'?
So, here I go again:
PROFILE:
Type of Undergrad: Top 5 private U.S. university
Undergrad GPA: 3.7 (missed magna for .01 arghhh)
GRE: 800q, 670v, 4.5w
Math Courses: real analysis, optimization, Intro Proof, Probability, Linear Algebra, Multivariable calculus. Average in all those classes is A- and I got an A in my r.a. class
Econ Courses: many, but only undergrad level. If possible, I will enroll in a grad course this fall.
Letters of Recommendation: Unclear yet, but definitely better than last year. I have for sure a very enthousiastic letter from a well-known professor.
Research Experience: 2 summers, thesis (didn't go well), 1-year RA job (I'm excited!!!)
Research Interests: I really don't have refined research interests. I could do everything from monetary to applied micro.
Applying to: Given that last year my applications didn't go well (I got rejected by many top-10 schools and my only offer was from UCSD), I feel obliged to try a bigger range of schools, to make sure that I get somewhere with funding. However, because my profile is better this time, I will apply again to the top ones, including some of those that rejected me.
Goal: Happiness and good funding.
Concerns. My math record is much better than last year. My recommendation letters are going to be better as well. My only worry is that my thesis didn't go well.