The Education Plan (Direct-Sold)

The Education Plan College Savings Program is a 529 plan available in New Mexico that provides families with a comprehensive solution for saving for higher education expenses. This plan is sponsored by the State of New Mexico and managed by Ascensus College Savings, a leading administrator of 529 plans. The plan offers a range of investment options, including age-based portfolios and individual fund options, allowing account holders to tailor their investments to their specific goals and risk tolerance. It provides tax advantages, such as tax-free growth and tax-free withdrawals for qualified education expenses. New Mexico residents may also be eligible for a state income tax deduction for contributions made to the plan, further enhancing the savings potential.

Enroll

State Tax Incentive

Full amount of contribution

Program Manager

Ascensus

Investment Manager(s)

Vanguard, Schwab, Blackrock, New York Life, TIAA

Plan type

Direct

Investments

Guided Investments

target-enrollment-portfolios

ESG Investments

Yes

Avg. expense fee

0.245%

Fee Range

0.13%-0.26%

Ratings

Backer Rating

Our rating is based on fees and tax savings advantages.

74%

for NM residents

48%

non-residents

Saving For College

Unbiased, independent resource for parents.

5

for NM residents

5

non-residents

Morningstar Rating

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

Bronze

Other

Connect with Mint.com

Track your finances in one place.

No

Connect with Backer

Full end to end enrollment, gifting and plan management.

Enrollment

Mobile app

Backer App covers this plan.

Yes

General Recommendation

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