Clark currently serves as Georgia Tech's executive director of Strategic Student Access, an inaugural position at the Institute. He brings significant enrollment expertise and a history of campus leadership to this new role. A respected voice in the field of college admissions, he has served on numerous advisory and governing boards at the state, regional, and national levels. 

“Rick is a trusted leader whose experience, strategic thinking, and commitment to access and student success make him exceptionally well-suited to guide Georgia Tech’s enrollment efforts,” said Raheem Beyah, provost and executive vice president for Academic Affairs. “His long-standing dedication to Georgia Tech students and their families, combined with his understanding of the national higher education landscape, uniquely positions him to lead Enrollment Management into the future.” 

During his time at Georgia Tech, Clark has worked extensively with campus partners to strengthen transfer pathways for prospective students and create innovative policies and practices that expand access, ensure affordability, and build the Institute’s national reputation. He is also the co‑author of The Truth About College Admission: A Family Guide to Getting In and Staying Together, and a companion workbook under the same title, widely used by high school students and their families, as well as admissions counselors. 

A native of Atlanta, Clark earned a B.A. from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and an M.Ed. from Georgia State University. Before joining Georgia Tech, he held roles on the admission teams at Georgia State University, McCallie School, and Wake Forest University. 

As vice provost for Enrollment Management, Clark will oversee Undergraduate Admission, Scholarships and Financial Aid, Scholar Programs, Enrollment Marketing and Communications, the Bill Moore Student Success Center, and Enrollment Management Administration. Together, these offices ensure that students receive the guidance and resources they need to thrive at Georgia Tech.

“We are energized by the vision and leadership Rick will bring to this role,” Beyah said. “We are also profoundly grateful to Reta Pikowsky, whose exceptional service as interim vice provost for Enrollment Management has guided this community with steadiness and heart. Her dedication during a pivotal moment not only ensured continuity but helped propel Georgia Tech into one of our most successful enrollment years in history. Reta’s leadership has strengthened us and inspired the teams she led.” 

Visit the Enrollment Management website to learn more about how these teams enhance the student experience through recruitment, enrollment services, and integrated financial aid support. 

Writer: Brittany Aiello, Faculty Communications Program Manager, Executive Communications, Institute Communications