LOSFA to participate in Baby Grand Event at Woman’s Hospital Tomorrow

Contact Brittany Francis Public Information and Communications Director  (225) 219-3306 Office Brandi Morrison Public Information Officer (225) 342-7583 Office Louisiana Office of Student Financial Assistance (LOSFA) May 3, 2019

LOSFA to participate in Baby Grand Event at Woman’s Hospital Tomorrow

The START Saving Program is an innovative saving plan designed to help families contend with the growing cost of educating their children. By the time an infant is at least 18 years old, it could cost the parent(s) of that infant as much as $174,000 to pay the costs of attending a Louisiana public university just for an undergraduate degree. “As Louisiana’s State Treasurer, a father of 2, and the husband of a former teacher and school administrator, I understand the financial burden families may face when planning for their children’s futures,” said State Treasurer John M. Schroder. “I encourage the citizens of Louisiana to take advantage of the START program in an effort to ensure that our state’s children receive the best education.” Louisiana matches anywhere from two to 14 percent of deposits each year, depending upon the income of the account owner. In addition, account owners can deduct up to $2400 deposited to their START account from their state taxes each year ($4800 for married couples filing jointly). An account owner can use funds from their account for qualified higher education expenses such as tuition and fees, room and board, and books and supplies at any in-state or out-of-state accredited college, university, or propriety school. Earnings used for qualified higher education expenses are exempt from state and federal taxes. LOSFA representatives will be at Baby Grand tomorrow to answer any questions that families may have about the state’s 529 savings program. Stop by for more information on START and to receive free giveaways. The doors will open at 8:30 am.