Success Stories
These are real stories from families we’ve worked with—each saving tens of thousands of dollars while finding the right college fit. Whether they started early or came to us late in the game, the results speak for themselves.
Jackson
- Considered 13 colleges nationwide; then applied to 7
- Family income was $126,635
- $44,000 in a 529, $50,000 in savings
- 4 family members; 1 in college
- Initial EFC(SAI) was $28,600 Final EFC(SAI) was $23,800
Attending University
DePaul University, Chicago
$62,859
Attendance Cost
$33,900
Package Received
$28,959 / year
Bottom Line Cost
Ruth
- Considered 21 colleges nationwide; then applied to 11
- Family income was $156,000
- $450,000 in savings
- 5 family members; 1 in college
- Initial EFC(SAI) $55,739 Final EFC(SAI) $31,938
Butler University
Attending University
$61,850
Attendance Cost
$37,500
Package Received
$24,350 / year
Bottom Line Cost
Jackie
- Considered 21 colleges nationwide; then applied to 7
- Family income was $218,116
- $85,000 in savings, Business assets, $160,000 home equity
- 4 family members; 1 in college
- Initial EFC(SAI) $83,317 Final EFC(SAI) $57,646
Boston University
Attending University
$82,824
Attendance Cost
$46,000
Package Received
$36,824 / year
Bottom Line Cost
Ben
- Considered 15 colleges nationwide; then applied to 9
- Family income was $200,711
- $88,000 in savings including 529 savings plan
- 4 family members; 1 in college
- Initial EFC(SAI) $56,108 Final EFC(SAI) $28,072
University of Indiana
Attending University
$27,513
Attendance Cost
$21,312
Package Received
$6,201 / year
Bottom Line Cost
At Diversified College Planning, our success stories show just how powerful the right strategy can be. Jackson’s family lowered their Student Aid Index from $28,600 to $23,800, while Ruth’s family reduced theirs from $55,739 to $31,938—even with significant savings. These results prove that smart planning leads to real savings. Choosing the right college planning strategy is a critical step in protecting your financial future. Contact us today for a no-obligation consultation and let’s build a customized plan that fits your family’s needs.
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