Unique UA benefit for employees with children and future education aspirations
ÑÇÉ«Ó°¿â 529 would like to remind UA employees that NOW is a great time to start, review, or increase your education savings contributions for a loved one.
UA employees with college-aged children, and/or with a desire to attain their own
degree, are able to supplement the UA Employee Tuition Waiver with money saved in
a tax-advantaged ÑÇÉ«Ó°¿â 529 account. UA employees have the added ease of making contributions
directly from a paycheck through payroll deduction or direct deposit. To participate:
- Open an account, and
- Complete and return the payroll deduction form, or
- Complete and return the form, or call 1-800-478-0003 to receive a unique routing and account number and add ÑÇÉ«Ó°¿â 529 as one of your direct deposit options.
ÑÇÉ«Ó°¿â 529 is offered by the . It was established by the University of ÑÇÉ«Ó°¿â in 2001 with a goal of helping residents prepare for education expenses. This month marks the trust’s 20th year of providing low cost, high quality investment options for participants. The trust holds over $10 billion in assets for 300,000 beneficiaries in ÑÇÉ«Ó°¿â and across the United States. Follow ÑÇÉ«Ó°¿â 529 on , or and watch for updates about tips and upcoming events.
Contact: Lael Oldmixon, alaska529@alaska.edu, 907-474-5671, ÑÇÉ«Ó°¿â529plan.com