I regret to inform you that you have not been admitted to the M.S. in Robotics research program at Carnegie Mellon University. Our admissions committee scrutinizes applications to identify and compose a group with best potential for cutting-edge robotics research in our institute. We can support only a limited number of new students, about 40, yet we received over 675 applications this year. Many applicants have strong qualifications and will likely go on to successful careers in robotics. I wish you the best in your future endeavors.