Articles to explore ways to pay & save for college

Resource to help explore ways to pay and save for college from State Farm®.

What can 529 funds be used for if my child doesn't go to college?

Wondering about 529 plan rules and what happens to unused 529 plan funds? They can be used in other ways. We break down the options.

How to pay off student loans quickly

Learn ways to make repaying student loans more manageable.

Ways to save for college and the average costs

Learn ways you can start saving for college now such as 529, Coverdell & Uniform Gift to Minors as well as the average cost of college.

How do 529 plans work?

A 529 education savings plan is a tax-favored program operated by a state designed to help families save for future education costs.

Give the gift of education with college savings plans

You or any other family member can give the gift of education by opening a 529 or other college savings plan account specifically for future higher education expenses.

Are you saving enough for college? Find out with this calculator

Determine what the future cost of college could be with this calculator.

Teaching kids how to save for college

Teach your kids good financial habits.

Moving from child care costs to saving for college

When the kids no longer need child care services, consider dedicating that money to college funding.

Save for Retirement or College?

It doesn't have to be an either-or, but there are important considerations to review.

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