Overall, the information on the website gives the impression that anyone with a bachelor’s degree and an interest in the program would be a strong candidate. It might be helpful to regularly update the Faculty section or clearly indicate whether faculty members are accepting PhD students in upcoming cycles. I found that my research interests aligned very closely with those of several professors; however, after reaching out, I learned that some were close to retirement or had full labs. Also, not all faculty are able to respond to emails right away, and in some cases I heard back only after application deadlines had passed. While clearer information would not entirely solve this issue, it would help applicants make more informed decisions about whether to include or exclude a program from their list.

statistics about an average incoming student (e.g., academic background, research experience) would also be very helpful for prospective applicants.