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Prepay Tuition Today

prepay iconIndependent 529 Plan operates on a simple principle: in return for prepaying college costs, member colleges carry the risk and protect you from future tuition increases. The tuition you purchase today is guaranteed to satisfy costs at the time your child enrolls. So, if you purchase a half year of tuition today, you get a half year tuition your child can later use at the member college. You lock in that half year of tuition, no matter how much tuition rises or what happens in the investment markets.

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Financial Services for the Greater Good 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.
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