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About Midwest College Planning

Midwest College Planning

For over 16 years Midwest College Planning’s philosophy has been: We help families find a school where the student succeeds and the family can afford it. We do this by focusing on 3 things, budget, research, and test scores.

Marc E. Ziegler, President & CEO, is a Senior College Planning Specialist, working with parents nationally. Marc holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of California at San Diego, and a Masters in Education from Azusa Pacific University. Marc specializes in helping parents of college-bound students improve their financial aid picture, and pay for college on a tax-favored basis.  Marc resides in Columbus, Ohio with his wife.  He is navigating the college experience for his 3 children. He has one in grad school, one in college, and one in high school–so he can relate to what you are going through. When not working, he can be found watching his kids’ activities, at a Columbus Blue Jackets game (Go Jackets!), or walking his dogs around the neighborhood.

Contact him at [email protected]

Lisa Newkirk, College Planning Associate and Office Manager holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the Ohio State University.  She’s the one behind the scenes making sure things run smoothly. Lisa resides in Westerville, Ohio with her husband and their dog, Humphrey.  As an empty nester, she has first-hand knowledge of what it takes to successfully get your child through college.  When not at work, she entertains friends, sits on the deck reading, or walks the dog.  Please note she’s not in the office on Friday afternoon–a holdover from the pandemic a virtual bridge game helps her maintain her sanity.

Contact her at lnewkirk@midwestcollegeplan