<p>When I was first accepted to Brandeis last year, I never thought I would be able to attend because of the lousy financial aid. However, on admitted students’ day, my dad and I met with the head of the financial aid office, and I am now happily on campus. You CAN ask for more money, and more often than not they will give it to you, as long as you provide sufficient reasoning. Don’t just give up on your dreams because of that one piece of paper!</p>