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How to save for college

Five steps to successful saving

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Important information

An investor should consider the Program’s investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses before investing. The Program Disclosure Statement at scholars-choice.com, which contains more information, should be read carefully before investing. If an investor and/or an investor’s beneficiary are not Colorado taxpayers, they should consider before investing whether their home states offer 529 plans that provide state tax and other benefits only available to state taxpayers investing in such plans.

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How much will it really cost?

What is the estimated cost in 18 years for a 4-year degree at a private university including tuition, fees, room and board?

Based on average student expenses adjusted for a hypothetical 5.0% rate of education inflation over 18 years.Source: ©2012 The College Board, collegeboard.com.

A. $140,000

B. $240,000

C. $340,000

D. $440,000

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Investment in education pays off

Based on sum of mean annual 2007 earnings from ages 25 to 64.Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Current Population Survey, Education Attainment in the U.S.: 2007.Calculations on this slide were provided by Ernst & Young, LLP.

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In their lifetime, the average college graduate earns over

$1 million more than the average high school graduate.

High School Degree

College Degree

Graduate Degree

HOW TO SAVE FOR COLLEGE: FIVE STEPS TO SUCCESSFUL SAVING

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Barriers to successful college saving

Procrastination

HOW TO SAVE FOR COLLEGE: FIVE STEPS TO SUCCESSFUL SAVING

Competing priorities

Too many savings options

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1. Determine the cost of college

5. Establish a savings schedule and get started

2. Identify your savings profile

3. Set your savings goal

4. Choose a savings vehicle

A practical five-step strategy

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College costs now and later

Based on the average annual cost of attendance, adjusted for a hypothetical 5.0% rate of education inflation. Source: ©2012 The College Board, collegeboard.com.

Determine the cost of college

$437,982

$222,466

In 18 Years(2030-2034)

$191,090

$97,061

Now(2012-2016)

STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3 STEP 4 STEP 5

Public

Private

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Identify your savings profile

Before you determine how much you will save for college, you’ll want to figure out what kind of saver you are based on:

STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3 STEP 4 STEP 5

Your values

Your financial goals

Your financial means

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It will be a more meaningful accomplishment

College is the perfect time to grow up financially

It’s a family value

This is the realistic solution

PROFILE A: “Paying for college builds character”

Identify your savings profile

STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3 STEP 4 STEP 5

Source: College Board, www.collegeboard.com.

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College is just one of many financial goals

We’ll explore scholarships and other funding to augment our family’s contribution

I have more than one child

PROFILE B: “As best I can”

Identify your savings profile

STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3 STEP 4 STEP 5

Source: College Board, www.collegeboard.com.

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College is a priority for our family — I can and want to provide this for my child

I want my child to experience all that college has to offer

We’re willing to make sacrifices for this

I want to leave a legacy for my grandchildren

PROFILE C: “I’ll fund it all”

Identify your savings profile

STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3 STEP 4 STEP 5

Source: College Board, www.collegeboard.com.

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Understanding your profile helps you develop a college savings plan that’s right for you and your child.

Set your savings goal STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3 STEP 4 STEP 5

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Choose a savings vehicle

Coverdell education savings account

UTMA/UGMA (Uniform Transfer/Gift to Minors Act)

Trusts

Savings bonds

Traditional taxable accounts

ROTH IRAs

529 college savings plans

Please see the Scholars Choice Education Savings Product Guide for additional information.

STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3 STEP 4 STEP 5

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Note: all of the above are subject to limitations and conditions. Please consider these before investing in a 529 plan.

Legg Mason, Inc., its affiliates, and its employees are not in the business of providing tax or legal advice to taxpayers. These materials and any tax-related statements are not intended or written to be used, and cannot be used or relied upon, by any such taxpayer for the purpose of avoiding tax penalties or complying with any applicable tax laws or regulations. Tax-related statements, if any, may have been written in connection with the “promotion or marketing” of the transaction(s) or matter(s) addressed by these materials, to the extent allowed by applicable law. Any such taxpayer should seek advice based on the taxpayer’s particular circumstances from an independent tax advisor.

Choose a savings vehicle

Why 529 plans?

Tax advantages

Professional money management

Control

Estate planning considerations

Flexibility

STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3 STEP 4 STEP 5

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Choose a savings vehicle

Scholars Choice® 529 College Savings Program

Experienced portfolio managers

Asset allocation specialists*

Smart portfolio construction

Careful manager selection

Vigilant portfolio monitoring

*Asset allocation does not assure a profit or protect against market loss.

STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3 STEP 4 STEP 5

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Establish a savings schedule and get started

Contribute:

Monthly

Annually

A lump-sum

STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3 STEP 4 STEP 5

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The cost of waiting adds up!*

*Assumes a hypothetical investment growth of 5%.Calculations on this slide were provided by Ernst & Young, LLP. Your investment will vary and may perform better or worse than these examples, which are for illustrative purposes only and does not represent any specific investment.

Assuming your child will attend a private university in 18 years at a cost of $437,982:

If you start saving now, your monthly contribution will be $1,254

If you start saving in 5 years, your monthly contribution will be $1,999

If you start saving in 10 years, your monthly contribution will be $3,720

If you start saving in 15 years, your monthly contribution will be $11,302

Establish a savings schedule and get started

9.0 times more!

3.0 times more!

1.6 times more!

Per month$1,254 $1,999 $3,720 $11,302

Now

STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3 STEP 4 STEP 5

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Now is the time to start saving!

College is a smart investment.

Five-step strategy to start saving

1. Determine the cost of college

2. Identify your savings profile

3. Set your savings goal

4. Choose a savings vehicle

5. Establish a savings schedule and get started

Remember, it’s never too early or too late. The time to start saving is now!

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An investor should consider the Program’s investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses before investing. The Program Disclosure Statement at scholars-choice.com, which contains more information, should be read carefully before investing. If an investor and/or an investor’s beneficiary are not Colorado taxpayers, they should consider before investing whether their home states offer 529plans that provide state tax and other benefits only available to state taxpayers investing in such plans.

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