Email from POI that I am "on hold" but not in the first round of interviews.

I reached out to this school and they responded saying that I was not invited for interviews. They also told me to keep my head up during this process. I have not yet received an official rejection.

I reached out to this school and heard back. They let me know that the first round was complete and because I didn't hear from them it means I did not make it to the next stage. He said I would receive an official rejection later.

I reached out to this school. They replied saying that I was not chosen for the first round of interviews. They said that it would be several weeks before the discussion of a second round would be determined and that would be based on those that denied admission after being accepted.

Ready to be reviewed by your department.

No response from them yet. Was asked to apply for I-20 (i'm an international student), but I thought it's only needed upon admission. So it's weried.

Interview: Friday 1/25/19 with optional socials/activities on Thursday and Saturday.

POI: Dr. L-R

Put at top of alternates/wait list.