Meh, not that bad. Most either didn't follow the rules or asked to be denied. I believe 3 apps right ?
Most of the time apps are made by new members who just join the forums to make an app. I rarely see any made by anyone who is an active member or above. That's why I'm waiting a while to make my application.
If you notice how I myself was the person who denied my own staff application Although it was Lila who closed it. I was the one who asked her to close it. So yes, there was no reason for mine to get denied :P Same thing with @Noahnoobfax only he was the one who locked his :P