I definitely understand. This was my second round of applying and I got denied so I feel you on the emotional aspect. It's brutal and gets discouraging but your scores are great and you are so close...
When I asked Kyle before interviews he said that alternates are basically considered waitlists now instead of how they used to be guaranteed a spot. But do not let this discourage you, as I am sure...
Congrats that is still great news! You still have a good shot of getting accepted. What were your TEAS & GPA if you don't mind sharing? This anticipation is killing me and they did not answer my...