<p>Unfortunately, BU’s financial aid is hit/miss for many people. They don’t base their aid solely on need, but rather on the combined factors of academic rating & need. </p>
<p>It can’t hurt to appeal for more aid and talk to the office. Don’t get your hopes up that anything will change drastically though. You’re correct that it generally only grows about $500-$2000 more. </p>
<p>It’s rough when a school you love doesn’t give you enough money. I’ve been through that as well. Luckily, I ended up at BU. It worked out for the best; I really can’t imagine myself anywhere else now that I’m here. Save money and go to another school. In the end, you’ll probably be just as happy. Best of luck.</p>