<p>I disagree with the above comment. As far as the current economic state, what the OP notes is absolutely the distant past. Brandeis seems to have weathered the bad economy well and moved into a new phase. They have recovered from losses and are having successful fundraising. The new administration also makes a comparison to 2008/2009 an apples and oranges thing. It is clear all over campus that investments are being made to continuously improve student life, the campus, and the value of a Brandeis education.</p>
<p>I think it is unfair to talk about thinking twice about coming to Brandeis when the reason is PERSONAL finances. Brandeis is committed to meeting 100% of need and most of my friends are more than happy with their FA packages. In fact, many of them got more money than expected. The OP likely would have had difficulties financially even if the economy hadn’t tanked…and that’s a different discussion than the way this thread has gone.</p>