529 Education Savings Calculator
A 529 plan is one of the most powerful tools for saving for your child's education. With tax-free growth and flexible usage for qualified education expenses, starting early can make a significant difference in how much you'll have when college begins. And you may even get a tax break from your state.
This calculator helps you project future college costs, see how your savings could grow over time, and determine if you're on track to meet your education funding goals. Adjust the sliders to explore different scenarios and find the right savings strategy for your family.
The college costs below are estimates. To find the current cost for any school, try our College Explorer.
Costs include tuition, fees, room & board
Projected 529
Balance
Total College
Cost
Funding
Percentage
Monthly Savings
Needed
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$0
$0
Tax benefits vary by state
Savings Milestones
Based on your inputs, here's when you're projected to reach major savings milestones.
Achievement |
Child's Age |
Year |
Total Contributions |
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