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How to Save for College

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Last Updated: April 15, 2025

Key Takeaways

  1. There are multiple options for parents wanting to start an education savings account for their children.
  2. If you plan to cover some or all of college tuition costs for your child, you should start saving as soon as possible.
  3. Automatic transfers to your college savings account can help make it easier to save.

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