National Center For College Planning

The National Center for College Planning helps families turn one of life’s most daunting financial challenges—paying for college—into a strategic and manageable process. Recognizing college as a significant investment akin to purchasing a home, we emphasize the importance of being an informed consumer to avoid costly mistakes and missed opportunities. 

As fiduciary advisors, our experience and personalized approach have enabled thousands of families across all financial backgrounds to afford college without sacrificing their financial future, helping their children gain access to top schools for the lowest possible cost. Our proven and continually refined process has delivered unmatched results.

What we do (Our Services & Approach)

• Admission & Application Strategy: We offer full-service, personalized guidance for every step of the college planning journey—from school selection and applications to financial aid and enrollment—plus ongoing support through college and graduate programs like med school, law school, and MBAs.
• Financial Aid Optimizations: We maximize financial aid and scholarships by calculating eligibility, completing forms like the FAFSA, and negotiating with colleges each year. We also create custom financial plans so families can afford college without debt, lifestyle changes, or risking their retirement—often ending up better off financially afterward.

Why We Stand Out (Competitive Edge)

• Financial & Admission Expertise Combine: Led by a Certified Financial Planner™ with 31+ years of experience, we combine admissions strategy with expert financial planning to help families thrive academically and financially—while building trusted, long-term relationships, not just one-time transactions.
• Hands on, proven process: Our hands-on, proven process means we partner with you every step of the way—offering structure, maximizing financial aid, and reducing stress—while consistently delivering life-changing results for your family.

Impact & Outcomes (Results & Reach)

• Real Savings, Real Results: Our strategies have saved clients thousands to hundreds of thousands of dollars in out-of-pocket education costs — helping them approach the college years with more confidence, certainty, and peace of mind.  
• Nationwide Reach, Local Roots: Headquartered in Woodstock, Georgia, we've worked with over 900 colleges and universities, ranging from all the Ivy leagues all the way down to community colleges, and served thousands of families nationwide with a tailored, values-driven approach that demonstrates our unwavering commitment to their long-term success. 

What’s Next?
  

The National Center for College Planning is more than just another education consulting firm — it’s a mission-driven, results-focused practice designed to help families navigate one of life’s most stressful and costly decisions: college. By blending personalized admissions strategies, financial planning, effective negotiation skills, and timely execution on the right tactical steps that keep you at the front of the line, we deliver meaningful financial results and a remarkable experience that will continue to provide benefits long after college ends.

That is why the National Center For College Planning continues to lead the field as College Planning Specialist and why our clients repeatedly refer their friends to us. If you’re looking for a better way to build a successful college plan that complements and strengthens your life plan, let us help you take your first steps toward making that possible.