<p>For bangkok: No, I don’t work for USC - I am a USC mom who has watched the admissions cycle for a few years. You are right that there is no clear cut pattern with the statuses - some applicants will be accepted without ever having any status change. Check dreamupsidOwn’s thread that AppleWater linked in post #10 - she gives the clearest explanation so far. Hoping you all get good news and can relax soon!</p>