<p>Article in the NY Times today offering some hope to the OP and support for idea of requesting a review of financial aid. They report up to ~ 50% chance of a successful appeal at schools as diverse as Cornell as Sarah Lawrence. Nothing ventured, nothing gained. Good luck.</p>
<p><a href=“Appealing to a College for More Financial Aid - The New York Times”>Appealing to a College for More Financial Aid - The New York Times;