I was pulled off the alternate list last week! Prior to that here is what Jaime had emailed me after I asked WHATTTT is the alternately list:
"-For our MCOM class, we have an accepted pending space list -. If they don't get accepted this cycle they move to next cylce
-Alternate list is different - if you get pulled off the alt list this cycle, you get into class. If not, you would have to reapply next cycle. "
Later I was told that unless somebody rejects their seat, you will not get in. So pretty much if you are on the waitlist you are a backup student in case they have empty spots to be filled before class starts, if there are no empty spots then youre out of luck.... "This could be now or 3 days before class" according to admissions. I know, frustrating.
But be of good cheer... yes you have a chance on getting in, cause, welp, I was pulled from the list! I highly reccomend sending a letter of intent and submit any updates that would be of interest to them. For example, I did a CPR course and had updated them with that. If you do get into contact with them (which can be a little bit challenging) ask them why you were placed on the alternate list (?). This will give you an idea of what to fix if possible. Let me know if that helps!