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I was told today that the committee still needs more time to decide, so I asked them to take me off the waiting list. I think I have given ASU all the time I wished to give them and it's time to move on. I don't know what it is ASU is looking for, but if isn't obvious to them then maybe ASU is not such a good choice for me, either.
Good luck to all those waiting for a decision, and congratulations to those with an offer.
They told me that this was a possibility as well. I think as a smaller program which is trying to take the next step they are trying to be more thorough. As well they don't have a program specific admissions committee, so they might take a bit longer.
But I agree with your overall sentiment.
Not sure what "being thorough" means. It is not as if poring over my application for days will lead to a sudden revelation. As far as I am concerned, they want to find out if they have enough applicants they like to fill their class in round 4.
Now what ASU likes, I don't know. But if they thought I was a good fit, they would have made an offer right away. I have a very *unique* profile, so either they like it or they don't. I don't think mulling over it for days would have made them think differently.
On the other hand, if you have a more traditional profile, waiting might yield great results.
Good luck with your applications!