I wrote about what an ARNP actually does on a day to day basis. My impression was they are looking for straight forward answers to their questions in the interview and application. I'm speculating...
I got the email as well this morning. In defense of the admissions team, in the interview they did say "By the end of February". More specifically, "Call us if you have not heard from us by the end...
I applied in the 2nd week of November, I don't remember if that was before or after their priority deadline was extended. I'm snowed in at my house and can't do anything but check my application...
This is why I've taken a hands off approach. Nothing I say or do will help at this point, it can only hurt (i.e. piss admissions people off). I'd love it if they hurried up and accepted or denied me...