About Us

Our Mission

Our mission is to empower students, serve families, and inspire greatness. We know that applying to college can be overwhelming, which is why we strive to make this process enjoyable for families. We navigate the complex, multi-year process by working one-on-one with students as early as their freshman year of high school. But it’s not just about getting into college. At the core of everything we do is a passion for helping young people find their future.  

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Get to Know Us

Class 101 Eastern Kentucky is full of college planning experts who love helping students on the path to higher education. We all became a part of the Class 101 family because we want to make a difference in a young person’s life. Our various backgrounds aid us in doing this. Get to know each member of our team.

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Owners

Darlene Greene Bowling

Elizabeth Cupp Tapley

Our Students Say It Best

I went into the college application process feeling stressed and unsure where to even begin, with deadlines, essays, and countless college portals making it feel like there were too many moving pieces to manage on my own. Class 101 changed everything for me. From the very beginning, they helped me find the right colleges by focusing on my interests and what truly fit me—not just what looked good on paper—and made sure I was prepared across the board, from applications and essays to interviews. One of the biggest highlights was my ACT improvement—I went from a 23 to a 33 with their help. What really stood out was how they pushed me to create an application that genuinely reflected who I am.  They also helped me prepare for major interviews through realistic mock interviews, which made a huge difference in my confidence. When I first started, I felt behind compared to other students, but Class 101 helped me quickly get involved in meaningful programs and build a strong, competitive profile. Beyond the applications, they gave me a support system that helped me navigate some of the biggest decisions of my life with confidence and clarity. My biggest win was not only getting into my dream school, but being able to attend at an affordable cost. Senior year would have been extremely stressful without Class 101, but instead, I felt prepared and supported every step of the way. Class 101 is supportive, empowering, and truly helps students stand out—I’m incredibly grateful for the impact it had on my journey.

Tucker H.

Columbia University

The college process initially felt overwhelming for our family, and we were worried about missing important steps, especially when it came to scholarships and knowing what to do next. Partnering with Class 101 gave us the guidance and knowledge we needed to move forward with confidence. Their support with building a college list and navigating applications made a big impact for our student, while also easing our stress as parents. We saw our student’s confidence grow throughout the process, and we’re especially proud of the college acceptances they achieved. Class 101 was a valuable resource for our family and made a complicated process feel much more manageable.

Ashely & David M.

Brody - University of Louisville

Working with Class 101 from my freshman year gave me a strong foundation before I even started thinking about college applications. The most overwhelming part for me was the essays, but Class 101 helped me build a well-rounded resume and craft essays I was truly proud of.

One of my biggest accomplishments was receiving the McKnight Scholarship, and their expert guidance helped me achieve it. Through this process, I gained confidence and realized that I can do hard things—I just have to be willing to put in the work.

Class 101 is caring, helpful, and giving. My senior year would have been very stressful without them.

Claire Beth P.

Oklahoma State University

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