529s: Not Just for Four-Year Programs
By Jessica Wetzel, Director, Wisconsin 529 College Savings Program July 22, 2025 When many families hear the term “529 college savings plan,” they often think of saving for a traditional […]
By Jessica Wetzel, Director, Wisconsin 529 College Savings Program July 22, 2025 When many families hear the term “529 college savings plan,” they often think of saving for a traditional […]
By: South Carolina State Treasurer Curtis Loftis, Administrator of Future Scholar College Savings Plan For years, I have encouraged families in my state to save for their child’s education with South Carolina’s […]
By Jonathan Hughes, Associate Director of College Planning and Content Creation, Massachusetts Educational Financing Authority June 24, 2025 (reprint from June 2024) If there is one pernicious myth that I […]
By Eric Bennett, College Countdown Editor, ScholarShare 529 June 17, 2025 Parents, here’s an important message for your rising seniors: This summer is not just for relaxing. Your teen should […]
By: Chris Scott, Manager of 529 Plans and Financial Education at the Arkansas State Treasurer’s Office June 10, 2025 Fatherhood has taught me a lot – how to make dinner […]
When my son was born last year, it didn’t take too long for the glow of welcoming a new baby to give way to the anxiety of planning for his […]
By Arizona Treasurer Kimberly Yee May 27, 2025 As many states, like Arizona, experience population and job growth, addressing the need for higher education to prepare a qualified and skilled […]
Whether you’re saving for one child or six, use these saving strategies to reach your education savings targets. Start Early. When you’re managing a budget for a growing family, saving […]
By Rachel Biar, Deputy State Treasurer for Savings Programs, Nebraska & Past Chair, CSPN March 15, 2025 Cue the gowns and tassels: Graduation season is officially here! Whether your loved […]
When my nephew was born, I knew I wanted to do something meaningful for him—something that would matter years down the line. I didn’t want to give him another cute […]
Is your child dreaming of what comes after high school? Whether it’s a four-year college, community college, trade or technical school, an apprenticeship, or a certificate program, the savings in […]
The 2025 NAST Legislative Conference brought members of the College Savings Plans Network (CSPN) to Washington, D.C., for a high-impact week of advocacy, networking, and policy engagement. As 529 plans […]