College savings planning tools

Explore the different ways you can save for college with the Bright Start 529 College Savings Plan. Our tools apply your financial goals, investment timelines and more to help you choose the right options for your plan.

College planning calculator

Find out how much you may want to save for your child’s higher education based on the current cost of college combined with adjustments for inflation. You can even forecast the future cost of attending a specific college or university.

Calculate the cost of college

What’s your risk tolerance?

Answer these simple questions to figure out your risk tolerance comfort level when choosing an investment based on your savings preferences, goals and other key factors.

Determine your risk tolerance

Savings estimator

See how much you could save over time by contributing to your Bright Start 529 account.

Estimate your savings

More to explore

  • Compare ways to save

    Learn how Bright Start 529 compares with other college savings options.

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  • The cost of college

    Get information to help you plan and save for tuition, fees and other college expenses.

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  • Compare investment portfolios

    We make it easy to choose investment portfolios that fit your financial needs and savings goals.

    Discover your options