Tuition costs have more than tripled over the past 20 years. As the price of a four-year college education continues to escalate, planning for your child's college education may be one of the most significant financial decisions your family makes.
Are you as prepared for your child’s college education as you want to be? Even if your child is years away from college, the time to chart your course is now.
Listen here as Nancy Farmer, CEO and president of Tuition Plan Consortium, the sponsor of Independent 529 Plan, discusses the rising cost of tuition with Connell McShane on Fox Business News.
Independent 529 Plan is proud to sponsor the "Princeton Review Parents Podcast," an innovative new monthly audio program designed to help parents of kids ages 8-16 prepare for their child's college education. Learn more.
Nancy Farmer, CEO and president of Tuition Plan Consortium, the sponsor of Independent 529 Plan, is featured in this Q&A session with Christopher Penn of the Financial Aid Podcast. Listen here as they discuss a wide range of issues concerning parents about the cost of college and the importance of saving. Learn more.
Listen as Nancy Farmer, CEO and president of Tuition Plan Consortium, the sponsor of Independent 529 Plan, explains some of the features and benefits of Independent 529 Plan as heard on AmericanAirlines SkyRadio broadcast:
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Educational Links
Saving for College Includes information about 529 plans and other ways to save and pay for college
College Board
Delivers programs and services in college admissions (i.e. SAT), guidance, assessment, financial aid, and enrollment
The Princeton Review
Includes tools and information to help students find the right college or grad school
College Savings Plan Network An affiliate to the National Association of State Treasurers, which acts as a clearinghouse for information on existing college savings programs
Mapping Your Future Site for students and families with information on financial strategies, career options and college planning
TIAA-CREF Includes information on the range of college savings options available through TIAA-CREF. For all products offered by TIAA-CREF, visit our home page
Growing Money: A Complete Investing Guide for Kids
By Gail Karlitz
A fun book that teaches children how to save and invest money.
For teenagers: (13 and up)
Complete Idiot's Guide to Money for Teens
By Susan Shelly
Teaches teens how to get money, save it and invest it, budget it, spend it wisely, and keep track of it.
For you:
Allowance Magic: Turn Your Kids Into Money Wizards
By David McCurrach
Gives you the tools you need to teach your kids about money and money management as you help them develop the habits of saving and sharing.
To get these helpful books, visit your local library or bookstore.
On The Road To Fiscal Fun
Next road trip, why not go somewhere different and learn something new? Here are some cool places to learn about money - in cool cities to explore.
Bureau of Engraving and Printing Washington D.C. and Fort Worth
Watch millions of dollars being printed! Tours take you through the various steps of the money-printing process, beginning with blank sheets of paper and ending with wallet-ready bills.
Federal Reserve Bank of New York
View the gold vault and find out how the Fed stores and protects billions of dollars in gold. Or check out: "Drachmas, Doubloons and Dollars: The History of Money." This exhibit marks the first time the American Numismatic Society's most valuable coins and metal have been brought together for the public to view.
There are also Federal Reserve Banks in Boston, Chicago, Cleveland, Dallas, Kansas City, Philadelphia, Atlanta, Minneapolis, Richmond, St. Louis and San Francisco - each with their own unique educational resources that you can share with your loved ones.
The United States Mint
Learn about the current state of coin production as well as the fascinating history of the Mint. Tours are available at no charge at both the Denver and Philadelphia locations.
Participation in Independent 529 Plan does not guarantee admission to any college or university, nor does owning a certificate in any way affect admissions decisions.
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Already started saving for college? Independent 529 Plan can be a great addition to your savings portfolio:
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