Dr. Jessica Ruzicka is an experienced education and college-planning professional with more than 25 years of leadership experience across higher education and K–12 settings. Her background includes college admissions, financial aid, academic advising, career development, test preparation, and program leadership.
Dr. Ruzicka helps students and families navigate the college-planning process with greater clarity and confidence. She specializes in college selection, SAT and ACT preparation, applications, academic résumés, financial-aid planning, and strategies for making college more affordable. Throughout her career, she has helped thousands of students identify their goals, strengthen their college readiness, and make informed decisions about their futures.
Dr. Ruzicka earned her Doctor of Education in Organizational Leadership from Nova Southeastern University, a Master of Science in Higher Education Administration from the University of Rochester, and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Chatham University. She is also a Certified Career Direct Consultant.
Based in the Greenville, South Carolina area, Dr. Ruzicka brings both professional expertise and the perspective of a parent navigating the college journey with her own children. She is passionate about making college planning less overwhelming and helping families create a strategy that supports both the student’s aspirations and the family’s financial priorities.
