College Savings 101

Planning and investing for college

Planning for a child's education requires more than setting aside college savings. It means learning about the different types of savings vehicles available. At TD AMERITRADE, we give you access to several options to invest for college - many of which offer tax-deferred or even tax-free growth.

College savings plan comparison

Compare the benefits of different college savings programs. Compare college savings plans.

The TD AMERITRADE 529 Plan

Learn more about the 529 College Savings Plan, designed to meet the needs of virtually every family and budget. More about college savings plans.

Coverdell Education Savings account

Find out how to save for your child's education with federal tax-free earnings and withdrawals for qualified expenses such as tuition, books, computers and room and board. More about Coverdell Education Savings accounts.

Custodial account

Help build a minor's assets for a more secure future with a custodial account, where you can manage the assets for a minor's benefit. More about custodial accounts.

College savings articles

Learn about the rising costs of education and different college saving strategies to help you address them. Read the college savings articles.

College planning tools and calculators

Formulate a college savings plan with financial calculators that assess future educational costs and the tax savings offered through 529 College Savings Plans. Try the tools and calculators.

College planning seminars

This online seminar covers all aspects of 529 College Savings Plans. More about college planning seminars.

Glossary of financial planning terms

View the financial planning terms.