Investment

Saving for College

When putting aside money for college, the expression, "every little bit helps" takes on a new meaning. Every dollar you put aside today can make a big difference tomorrow. So don't be discouraged if you come up short when using this calculator. Rather, consider building on what you've done to get better prepared for the future.

Your Current Situation

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College Cost Projections

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These are example values. Update them to reflect your own situation.

Your Projection

Your total savings at college start

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Future annual college cost
$0
Projected surplus
$0

Savings Over Time

Congratulations. It looks like you have made saving for college a priority. It shows! The next question is, "now what?" Do you keep putting money aside for college? Do you focus on other financial priorities? There's no easy answer, but you are in a great position to start the discussion!

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