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How do I use the College Calculator for a quick approximation?

  1. Click the Planning tab.
  2. Choose Planning Tools > College Calculator.
    • To calculate a starting amount for your college savings
    • To calculate your annual contribution
    • To calculate how much your college savings will provide
  3. In the College Information area, enter information about your child, how much you expect college to cost, and your savings plan.
  4. Enter the adjustments you want Quicken to make for inflation. (Optional)
  5. Click Calculate after entering the last value.
  6. Click Schedule to see the schedule of deposits you must make to achieve your savings goal.
    • Tell me more about the schedule
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