Vanguard 529 College Savings Plan

The Vanguard 529 College Savings Plan is a 529 plan available in Nevada that provides families with a straightforward and low-cost option for saving for higher education expenses. One unique aspect of this plan is its partnership with Vanguard, a renowned investment management company known for its low-cost index funds. The plan offers a variety of investment options, including age-based portfolios and individual fund options, allowing account holders to tailor their investments based on their goals and risk tolerance. The plan also offers tax advantages, such as tax-free growth and tax-free withdrawals for qualified education expenses. Additionally, Nevada residents may be eligible for a state income tax deduction for contributions made to the plan, further enhancing the savings potential.

Enroll

State Tax Incentive

No state income tax

Program Manager

Ascensus

Investment Manager(s)

Vanguard

Plan type

Direct

Investments

Guided Investments

target-enrollment-portfolios

ESG Investments

No

Avg. expense fee

0.275%

Fee Range

0.12%-0.42%

Ratings

Backer Rating

Our rating is based on fees and tax savings advantages.

55%

for NV residents

55%

non-residents

Saving For College

Unbiased, independent resource for parents.

4.5

for NV residents

4.5

non-residents

Morningstar Rating

Once a year, the financial services firm Morningstar releases its 529 ratings.

Silver

Other

Connect with Mint.com

Track your finances in one place.

No

Connect with Backer

Full end to end enrollment, gifting and plan management.

Gifting Only

Mobile app

Backer App covers this plan.

No

General Recommendation

This is a direct sold 529 plan, rated as silver by Morningstar.