College Savings Plans: Comparison

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There are many choices for you to consider when charting your child's course to college. The option you choose depends on how many years you have to save, your overall financial goals and your investment preferences. With tuition rates outpacing inflation, it will take a savvy investor to keep up. Independent 529 Plan can help in planning for a child's future college education by offering a way to pay for future tuition today at a price that's less than that being paid by college students today.*

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Independent 529 Plan
529 Savings Plan
529 State Prepaid Plans
Coverdell Education Savings Account (CESA or ESA)
Custodial Accounts (UGMA/UTMA)
Taxable Accounts
Traditional (Classic) IRA
Education Savings Bonds

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Federal Tax Treatment
State Tax Treatment
Federal Tax on Non-Qualified Withdrawals
Fees Assessed
Qualified Expenses
Investment Control
Investment Options
Federal Estate Planning and Gift Tax Treatment
Contribution Limit
Investment Risk
Control of Account
Federal Financial Aid Impact
Income Restrictions

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*Participation in Independent 529 Plan does not guarantee admission to any college or university, nor does owning a Tuition Certificate in any way affect the admissions process.

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	Participation in Independent 529 Plan does not guarantee admission to any college or university, nor does it affect the admissions process. Each year, each member college offers a discounted rate of at least 0.5% less than its current tuition rates. Discount rate can vary from year to year. Purchasers should read the Disclosure Booklet, including the Enrollment Agreement, carefully before making purchase decisions. Tuition Plan Consortium, LLC is the program sponsor and TIAA-CREF Tuition Financing, Inc. is the program manager. Tuition guaranteed by member colleges. © 2008 TIAA-CREF Tuition Financing, Inc.