Success Stories:
Real Families, Real Results
At Clark College Consulting, we believe every student deserves access to an affordable, high-quality education. Through expert guidance in scholarships, grants, and financial aid, we have helped thousands of families secure their child's future without the overwhelming burden of student debt. But don’t just take our word for it. Hear directly from the parents and students who have worked with us!
As the mother of 3 students entering college this upcoming year as freshmen, I can honestly say that Ryan's help in guiding my daughters (and I) through the college application process has been invaluable. His plan to lead students through the process was logical, methodical, and timely. Even with very busy junior and senior years, my daughters were able to stay on track, submit quality applications on time, and then sit back and wait for the offers to come in, which they did. If you are looking for a program that will take much of the stress out of an oftentimes confusing process, Ryan will deliver. Thank you, Ryan, I cannot recommend you enough!
Janet Shander-Horning
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Students admitted to their first choice college.
Success Spotlight:
Class of 2025 Wins Big in Scholarships!
We’re thrilled to celebrate one of our standout Class of 2025 students who has earned over $350,000 in scholarships and awards from a range of competitive universities!
Here’s a breakdown of this incredible student’s achievements:
University of Tennessee – Volunteer Scholarship: $13,000/year → $52,000 total
University of South Carolina – Award offer of at least $43,000 over four years (final amount to be confirmed in March)
University of Mississippi (Ole Miss) – Academic Merit & Non-Resident Scholarships: $12,000/year → $48,000 total
Mississippi State University – Freshman Academic Excellence & Non-Resident Tuition Scholarships: $18,000/year → $72,000 total
Appalachian State University – Estimated between $1,000–$2,000/year (pending Honors College decision)
UNC Charlotte – Approx. $2,000/year
University of Alabama – Out-of-State UA Scholar Scholarship: $24,000/year → $96,000 total
Auburn University – Academic Charter Scholarship: $7,000/year → $28,000 total
📈 Total Scholarships Earned So Far: Over $350,000
We're eagerly awaiting more results and will continue tracking updates as they come in.
This story is a testament to the power of early planning, academic excellence, and strategic college selection.
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Success Stories from the Class of 2023
Impressive Scholarships and Financial Aid
What makes this story even more inspiring is the financial aid success:
Scholarships from every school he applied to — including state schools, which are known for offering fewer merit awards.
Even Furman University, despite being the only college not offering a deep discount, still extended around $30,000 in aid.
The private schools were the most generous, slashing tuition prices from around $60,000 down to the low-to-mid $20,000s.
Liberty University, the final choice, original priced around $50,000/year, brought the total cost down to approximately $23,000–$24,000/year through a combination of merit aid and scholarships.
Some of the Liberty scholarships also increase in value each academic year, offering continued financial support over time.
🎓 A Perfect 10 – Full College Acceptance and Major Scholarships
From the uncertainty of choosing the right college to confidently walking onto a campus and thinking, "This is it", this student’s journey is a powerful example of how strategic applications and financial aid planning can transform dreams into reality.
The student applied to ten colleges and was accepted by every single one:
Liberty University
Anderson University
Gardner-Webb University
Campbell University
Eastern Carolina University
UNC Wilmington (UNCW)
Westford College
Western Carolina University
USC Upstate
Furman University
After exploring his options and campus visits, he initially leaned toward Anderson University for its strong Christian values and small-school environment. However, once he visited Liberty University, it was clear — the larger Christian university felt like home. The moment he stepped on campus, he knew: "This is where I belong."
From Overwhelmed to Empowered
Choosing between ten offers wasn’t easy, but with guidance and smart strategy, this student identified a school that checked every box: strong academics, vibrant faith community, and a balance between a big-campus feel and personal connection. Most importantly, he found a way to make it affordable.
This story shows what’s possible when students are empowered with the right tools and guidance. Congratulations to this outstanding student for not only getting into every college he applied to, but also making college a reality without the full sticker price.
Success Spotlight:
From Uncertainty to Confidence — A Journey with Clark College Consulting
"Clark Consulting was a big help with every aspect of my college process; from essay writing to choosing the best school for me."
Navigating the college admissions process can be overwhelming—but for one student, partnering with Clark College Consulting turned that stress into clarity and confidence. With expert guidance on everything from crafting compelling essays to making the final decision on where to attend, they felt supported every step of the way.
"He was always available for any questions I had and I’m not sure I could have done it without him."
This personalized, always-accessible support made all the difference. With Clark Consulting by their side, this student didn’t just get into a college—they found the right college and did it with the confidence that comes from having a trusted expert in their corner.
Watch How We Made College Affordable & Achievable!
See firsthand how families have saved tens of thousands on college tuition and how students have gained admission to their dream schools.
"Hannah got scholarship offers from ten universities, like UNC, Wake Forest.. total scholarships totaled over $1 Million."
-Thomas Witner, Parent
South Mecklenburg High School
"Jack ended up at the college he wanted to be at and got some money from them. With such a huge financial decision, we really wanted some structure and framework around it. Without the help of Ryan and his team I don't think we would have achieved the results that we ended up achieving...we got $96,000 from Mercer Univ. and $72,000 from Univ. of South Carolina."
-John Noone, Parent
Retired Teacher
"Clark College Funding saved the day and made all the difference in the world...they gave us tools.. got us organized.. and $35,000 in scholarships! They can save you time and money"
-Helen Emish, Parent
Concord High School
Success Spotlight:
Class of 2025 Wins Big in Scholarships!
We’re thrilled to celebrate one of our standout Class of 2025 students who has earned over $350,000 in scholarships and awards from a range of competitive universities!
Here’s a breakdown of this incredible student’s achievements:
University of Tennessee – Volunteer Scholarship: $13,000/year → $52,000 total
University of South Carolina – Award offer of at least $43,000 over four years (final amount to be confirmed in March)
University of Mississippi (Ole Miss) – Academic Merit & Non-Resident Scholarships: $12,000/year → $48,000 total
Mississippi State University – Freshman Academic Excellence & Non-Resident Tuition Scholarships: $18,000/year → $72,000 total
Appalachian State University – Estimated between $1,000–$2,000/year (pending Honors College decision)
UNC Charlotte – Approx. $2,000/year
University of Alabama – Out-of-State UA Scholar Scholarship: $24,000/year → $96,000 total
Auburn University – Academic Charter Scholarship: $7,000/year → $28,000 total
📈 Total Scholarships Earned So Far: Over $350,000
We're eagerly awaiting more results and will continue tracking updates as they come in.
This story is a testament to the power of early planning, academic excellence, and strategic college selection.
Want to be our next success story?
Financial Aid & Grant Wins
Many families assume they won’t qualify for financial aid, but we’ve helped them uncover thousands in grants they never expected!
"In the fall I will be attending Wake Forest, where I will be receiving over $200,000 off the cost of attendance..."
-Hannah Witner, Student
South Mecklenburg High School
"Every State University gave me scholarships but the one I can remember is $5,000 a year from Wilmington University..."
-Zoe West
Student
Dream College Acceptances
Thanks to our personalized college admissions strategy, our students have been accepted into top universities
"Ryan and associates will walk you through the entire process...Shane was accepted at all six schools. He will leave school with zero student loan debt!"
-Mack McCormick, Parent
Retired Teacher
"Because I learned the tips and strategies from reading his book, my daughter is able to attend Wake Forest for less than it would cost her to attend UNC Chapel Hill."
-PTSA High School Endorsement
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