<p>I just read your post, and I think it truly speaks for the dedicated student that aspires to be at Brown. Though I am on the other side of the globe, we both have common ground through our passion for Brown. Brown has been my first choice for a while, and it is a perfect fit for me. Financially, I am in the same boat as you are. For months, I begged my parents to let me ED to Brown, hoping it would increase my chances of admission. It took me awhile to realize that my family just doesn’t have the financial capacity to take on such an ambiguity.</p>
<p>Now, there are just 24 days until Brown decisions are released. I’m no insider or AO, but I can only hope that Brown looks past the numbers to find a real person in each application.</p>
<p>I have teetered between hope and doubt for the past few weeks, anxious for a decision that will decide my collegiate fate. However, I have come to understand that collegiate fate does not equal ultimate fate. Come March 30th, I’ll log onto my computer, and regardless of whether I see “Accepted” or “Denied,” I will at least be happy I applied. I can only hope the same for you.</p>
<p>Your post was not pointless. Applying to Brown was not pointless. All of your accomplishments, hard work, and knowledge were not pointless. Regardless of the decision Brown makes about your application, you will be able to achieve great things and excel in whatever you may choose.</p>
<p>Best of Luck from a Fellow Brown Devotee.</p>