Keep in mind that you can always call the reconsideration line if you're denied. (rewardexpert.com)
I was initially turned down for this card, but my banker called the reconsideration line for me, and they approved me for my first $ 500 line of credit. (valuepenguin.com)
But people have actually had success getting around this factor by calling the reconsideration line. (themilesgenie.com)