Just apply to a bunch of schools” leads to overwhelming debt
School counselors are overworked — and AI can’t guide a real strategy
Most families get stuck, make last-minute decisions, and overpay
🧠 There’s a smarter, proven path for families who want results—without stress.
Hi, I’m Ryan Clark, MBA, CCPS.
After two decades helping families avoid college debt while still getting their kids into top-fit schools, I created this course to make that guidance affordable, flexible, and proven—so you don’t have to go it alone.
💡 Over $25M in aid secured | 1,200+ families helped
Clarify Priorities
Grade-specific timelines
Career/major assessment
Build a Smart List
Learn to identify good-fit colleges
Avoid aid gaps and high-cost mistakes
Maximize Financial Aid
Understand how aid formulas work
Strategies to uncover scholarships
Cost Savvy College Blueprint
Save time, money, and frustration!
100% risk free - 14 day money back guarantee
Here's what you get:
Grade-by-grade college planning timeline (9th–12th)
— know exactly what to do, and when, to stay on track year-by-year
Career & major assessment tool
— help your student align their interests with real-world academic paths and career opportunities
Step-by-step college list builder
— filter by academic, social, and
financial fit
so you avoid schools that waste time or money
Merit aid targeting strategy
— discover which schools are most likely to offer your student scholarships based on their profile
Scholarship search worksheets
— keep track of deadlines, sources, and private awards your family qualifies for
Financial aid overview
— understand FAFSA, CSS Profile, and how colleges really package aid (without getting lost in the jargon)
Downloadable checklists, timelines, and planning templates
— all print-ready and reusable for future students
Lifetime access to the entire system and all future updates
BONUS: One-on-one 45-minute strategy session with Ryan Clark
— get personalized guidance on your college list, timeline, or funding strategy (a $299 value — included free)
Normally $397 — Today Only
🔥$197
💬 “I like the organization of the course. The videos are a great reinforcement of the tools you provide.
— Brian Lowe, Parent
🧭 Need more personalized help? Explore our full-service College Coaching Program →
Learn the strategies that parents can leverage to make sure your teen will graduate on time—so your family avoids costly extra semesters and burnout.
Unlock overlooked sources of scholarships, tuition discounts, and aid most families never hear about—plus a downloadable scholarship tracker to stay organized.
Use our proven strategy to choose schools that invest in your student—and avoid the debt trap while still attending a best-fit college.
🟨 Combined value: $100+ included free with your Blueprint purchase
This course is built for:
🎓 Parents of high school students (grades 9–12) looking for guidance, structure, and savings—without paying thousands + for 1:1 coaching
💼 Families who want a complete college funding workbook and planning system that removes guesswork
🎯 Students who want a smarter way to build their list—based on fit, funding, and future outcomes, not just rankings
⏳ Anyone overwhelmed by deadlines, unsure where to start, or tired of sifting through conflicting advice online
The Cost-Savvy College Blueprint isn’t just another course—it’s a proven system. You’ll walk away with:
A clear, step-by-step plan
Templates and tools to reduce decision fatigue
A way to plan college with confidence, clarity, and cost control
✅ Grade-by-grade planning checklists — so you always know what to do, and when
✅ Career interest & aptitude assessment — align your teen’s college direction with their real interests and strengths
✅ A master Gantt chart timeline — visually organize every step of the process
✅ A college list-building system — filter by social, academic, and financial fit
✅ A scholarship and tuition discount tracker — find merit money early and often
✅ Bonus trainings — including how to create a cost ceiling and graduate without debt
✅ PLUS: A 45-minute private coaching session with Ryan Clark — ask questions, review your strategy, and get personalized feedback (a $299 value, included free)
Stacey Kata
This checklist is just what I need on days that this process feels too overwhelming. I can look at the checklist as a reminder of what we've already accomplished and what we still need to do.
Brian Lowe
I like the navigation of the course on-line. Very intuitive. The videos are a great reinforcement of the text you provide.
Marcus Clark
Just having this game plan alone shows us the importance of proper planning and organization. Anything to keep us on track and minimize the stress level of this very important journey is a great thing. U Rock!
💬 Want to see how other families used our system to save $40K–$60K? Check out their stories →
In this video, Ryan Clark walks you through the real story behind why this system works—plus a full breakdown of everything you’ll get and how it will help your family save time, stress, and thousands in college costs.
Total value: $397
Today Just $197
The average family spends dozens of hours navigating college admissions — often without clarity or confidence. The Cost-Savvy College Blueprint saves you time by giving you:
A proven, repeatable system
Tools to identify tuition discounts and scholarships early
Templates, timelines, and checklists that eliminate guesswork
You’ll avoid costly mistakes, missed deadlines, and high-debt colleges that don’t invest in your student.
Because planning for college shouldn’t feel like a gamble.
If you don’t feel more confident, more informed, and more in control of your teen’s college strategy within the first 14 days—just email us and we’ll refund your purchase.
💸 No hassle. No fine print. No questions asked.
It’s a self-paced digital course that helps parents and students build a complete admissions and financial strategy—without the high cost of private coaching. You’ll get video lessons, planning tools, scholarship tips, timelines, and more.
Families with students in grades 9–12 who want to plan smarter, reduce debt, and make more informed college decisions—without paying $3,000+ for coaching.
Both! The lessons and worksheets are designed for students and parents to use together—or separately, depending on your style.
Perfect. The Blueprint helps you identify gaps, stay organized, and make sure you’re not missing out on savings or smart school choices.
Free tools don’t build strategy. This system shows you what matters most (and what to skip), based on 20+ years of real-world consulting and over $25 million saved by families just like yours.
We offer a 14-day, no-questions-asked guarantee. If it’s not for you, we’ll give you a full refund.
No problem! This course is a perfect starting point. If you need more support, you can always upgrade. Check out our Coaching Programs Here →
The Cost-Savvy College Blueprint is more than just a college planning guide. It's a self-paced college admissions course designed for busy parents who want results without the overwhelm or high cost of coaching.
Inside the course, you'll find downloadable checklists, grade-by-grade timelines, and a financial aid workbook that helps you uncover scholarships and tuition discounts early in the process.
Unlike free college planning tools or AI-generated advice, this course walks you through exactly how to find the best-fit college — socially, academically, and financially — using proven college cost-saving strategies.
Not sure if the DIY approach is right for you? That’s okay. Compare all of our college planning programs →
and choose the one that fits your family’s needs.
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