529 College Savings Calculator
Calculate how much to save monthly for college and see how a 529 plan grows over time.
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Coach Insight
Average 4-year public university cost in 2026: $110,000. Private: $240,000. Starting a 529 plan at birth vs at age 10 — same contribution — produces dramatically different outcomes. Starting early is the entire game.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know.
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Why This Matters
Average 4-year public university cost in 2026: $110,000. Private: $240,000. Starting a 529 plan at birth vs at age 10 — same contribution — produces dramatically different outcomes. Starting early is the entire game.
How to Use It
- 1Enter your child's current age and target college start age
- 2Enter a monthly savings amount or target amount
- 3Set expected return (529 plans hold investments)
- 4See projected balance and whether it covers projected tuition
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