David DeBlois
Director
Dave has served as the Director of The College Planning Center of Rhode Island (CPCRI) since its inception in September of 1998.
Under his leadership, the CPCRI has developed into one of the premier higher education counseling centers in Rhode Island. In 10 years, the CPCRI has counseled thousands of Rhode Islanders regarding the higher education process. The CPCRI provides free assistance with college searches, admission application essays, financial aid application forms, reviews of financial aid award letters, and financing options.
Prior to developing the College Planning Center of Rhode Island, Dave worked in the financial aid office at a number of local colleges including the Community College of Rhode Island, Brown University and has served as the Director of Financial Aid at Bryant University and Roger Williams University. In 2004, the Rhode Island Association of Admission Officers (RIAAO) awarded Dave their “Friend of RIAAO” award recognizing him for his contributions to their organization.
Dave has served as the President, Vice President and Treasurer of the Rhode Island Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators (RIASFAA). He has served on the training committee of the National Association of Financial Student Financial Aid (NASFAA). Dave has also served as a trainer for the Eastern Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators (EASFAA) providing training on student financial aid to colleagues from Maine to Maryland.
Stacy Crooks
Associate Director
Stacy has served as Assistant Director of the College Planning Center of Rhode Island since its beginning in 1998. At the College Planning Center, Stacy provides one-on-one counseling to students and parents on the admissions, financial aid, and education financing process. She also works with outreach organizations regarding financial aid planning for underserved and minority populations.
Prior to joining the College Planning Center, Stacy worked at Roger Williams University as an Admissions and Financial Aid Officer. Stacy’s background in college admissions and financial aid give her a unique understanding of how college applications are assessed and how financial aid is awarded – knowledge she can pass on to you.
Stacy has a B.A. in English Literature from Wheaton College and a M.S. in College Student Personnel from the University of Rhode Island. She is a member of the Rhode Island Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators, Chair of the Cumberland School Volunteers, and a board member of the Cumberland Lincoln Boys and Girls Club.