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Shannon Vasconcelos

College Finance Consultant
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University of Massachusetts

Bachelor's in Economics

Tufts University

Master's in Urban and Environmental Policy and Planning

Shannon Vasconcelos has worked in student financial assistance at Boston University and Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, where she served as the assistant director of financial aid. At Tufts, she was responsible for reviewing financial aid applications, determining financial aid awards, and helping families through the college financing process. In addition, Shannon has served as an active member of the Massachusetts Association of Student Financial Aid Administrator’s Early Awareness and Outreach Committee, as a trainer for the Department of Education’s National Training for Counselors and Mentors, and as a volunteer for FAFSA Day Massachusetts. She has a BA in economics from the University of Massachusetts and an MA in urban and environmental policy and planning from Tufts University.

Featured Blogs from Shannon

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APPLYING FOR FINANCIAL AID

How to Read a Financial Aid Award

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COLLEGE ADMISSIONS CONSULTING

Does a Teen Need to File a Tax Return?

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APPLYING FOR FINANCIAL AID

Four Reasons to Complete a FAFSA (or not)

All Blogs from Shannon

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APPLYING FOR FINANCIAL AID

How to Read a Financial Aid Award

Confused about the financial aid award you received? Bright Horizons College Coach demonstrates how you can quickly identify the aid you received, any funds you will need to repay, and how to address a shortfall.

Posted on March 28th, 2025
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COLLEGE ADMISSIONS CONSULTING

Does a Teen Need to File a Tax Return?

Bright Horizons College Coach gives in-depth knowledge and tips on whether your teenager needs to file a tax return or not!

Posted on March 11th, 2025
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APPLYING FOR FINANCIAL AID

Four Reasons to Complete a FAFSA (or not)

Not sure you should file a FAFSA or not? College Coach helps explain the advantages and disadvantages of completing a financial aid application.

Posted on January 15th, 2025
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COLLEGE ADMISSIONS CONSULTING

Top 7 Reasons to Use College Coaching

While specific reasons for wanting support on the college admissions process varies, some trends emerge. Here are the top 7 reasons families consider working with Bright Horizons College Coach.

Posted on November 22nd, 2024
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