The ladder of your comment is correct. It is the reverse. The most competitive applicants will be offered the MSN option in the Fall 2016 with option to transfer to the spring 2017 DNP. Once the MSN class is completely selected and filled, the DNP offers were sent out. If anyone from that class wants to be placed in the MSN they get first waitlist priority based upon their competitiveness. As you can see this process could be logistical nightmare. Since their application stated MSN program, their trying to be considerate of those who intended to complete a MSN degree. Congrats Jenellius and to all of those accepted. Goodluck!