05/29/2026
It’s 529 Day—a day dedicated to learning about 529 plans and other ways to save for education. And with education costs continuing to rise, saving for education can feel like a constant uphill climb. In fact, according to the 2026 Edward Jones & Morning Consult 529 Survey, 59% of adults say they’re not saving enough to meet future education costs.
While there’s no one-size-fits-all approach to saving for education, learning about your options earlier on can help bring a bit more clarity to the process. Here are some smart ways to help pay for education.
And if you have questions about your own situation, a financial advisor can help you think through next steps.
Learn more about some education saving options here: https://ow.ly/LUL850Z5BOm
Source: Edward Jones & Morning Consult, 2026 529 Survey.