<p>I say that if you REALLY want to attend a school that turns you down, certainly try to appeal. If you don’t try, you won’t know. You should not expect results, but do it with hope. Since you have a unique situation, express it to the best of your ability and see what happens. </p>
<p>One caveat - definitely commit to a school who has accepted you so you don’t shoot yourself in the foot on a slim hope!</p>