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Get Acquainted with Independent 529 Plan

Independent 529 Plan allows you to prepay tuition today that your child can later use at any member college. It provides a guarantee against tuition inflation, and the flexibility to choose from some of the nations’ top colleges. Independent 529 Plan has no start-up fees, no maintenance fees, and no annual fees—and is free from federal taxes.

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	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. © 2007 TIAA-CREF Tuition Financing, Inc.