Waitlisted from my only choice

Unfortunately, my situation limited me to only being able to afford to apply to one school, UNCG. I applied to the online program because I work fulltime and am the only caregiver for my disabled wife. I know that only applying to one college isn't recommended because of how competitive things can get, but I didn't have a choice.

I received the email today that I was waitlisted. I understand that this isn't an outright rejection, but I'm really unsure how I'm supposed to feel about this. Am I supposed to be happy? I cried for a good ten minutes and don't even want to tell anyone who knows I've been waiting because this doesn't feel like good news.

Is there something I can do or say to help my chances of being bumped up the waitlist if a spot becomes available? Is this not as terrible of an outcome as it feels like? Anyone have any suggestions to help cope or advice for someone in my situation?