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Open a new MET contract in September and get a $100 matching grant!
September is College Savings Month and to celebrate we are offering a $100 matching grant for new contracts purchased between September 1 and September 30, 2020. Use coupon code BKTOSCHL20 during online enrollment to qualify and to waive your $25 enrollment fee.*
MET means peace of mind. Parents, grandparents and others can pay tomorrow's college tuition at today's prices. MET contracts are flexible, transferrable and portable. MET is a great tax-advantaged way to help reach your college savings goals.
Start saving for your child's future college tuition today. Don't miss your chance. The MET enrollment period ends September 30, 2020.
*Learn more about the rules and eligibility requirements of the $100 matching grant here.
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What is MET?
- What is MET?
MET is a 529 Prepaid Tuition Plan which allows for the pre-purchase of tuition based on today's rates and then paid out at the future cost when the beneficiary is in college. Performance is often based upon tuition inflation. MET contracts are flexible, transferrable and even refundable. MET allows parents, grandparents and other family members to save for the future, offering financial peace of mind.
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Features & Benefits
Transferability Your MET contract can be transferred to immediate family members, including siblings and cousins.
Portability Students may direct a refund amount to any out-of-state baccalaureate degree-granting institution or community college.
Tax Incentives Payments made are deductible on a purchaser's Michigan income tax form in the year they are made.
Flexibility Students have 15 academic years from the expected high school graduation year to use tuition benefits.
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MET STATISTICS
7,000+
MET Students Attending
Michigan Public Colleges and Universities96%
Of High School Grads with MET Have Gone on to Attend College
800+
MET Students Attending
Private or Out-of-State Colleges
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Here you will find the full MET contract which provides complete details regarding the program, payment options, pricing calculator and more.
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Pay As You Go
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We have a new way to pay: Pay-As-You-Go! By purchasing a one-credit hour contract minimum, you are eligible to add to it any time you like! Invite family and friends to contribute too. Click below to learn more about this option.
Events
EVENTS
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MET staff are available for presentations or to setup a display at your event. If you are interested in scheduling a MET presentation or display, please call the MET office at 800-638-4543, or in the greater Lansing area at 517-241-4884.
EVENTS
- 9/22/20 College Savings Webinar
Learn more about Michigan's college savings plans, MET and MESP. Both plans offer flexible features and tax advantages to help save for a loved one's future college education. You can access these interactive sessions from your computer and interact with a live presenter via the phone. RSVP for the webinar today and instructions will be sent to you via email.
Register at https://cc.callinfo.com/registration/#/?meeting=1ffa1xuzyh9dp&campaign=102dsplmlvspz - Virtual Enrollment and Information Session 9/28/20
Join us for this free, drop-in virtual session. Learn more about Michigan's 529 college savings plans: the Michigan Education Trust (MET) and the Michigan Education Savings Program (MESP).
You can join the main session and get general information or you can meet with a staff member to walk through your questions one-on-one. We can even help walk you through the online enrollment process during this session.
Join this virtual enrollment event via Microsoft Teams meeting anytime during the session. Once logged in, you can request a one-on-one meeting and we will link you with a staff member.
- Last Day of Enrollment Extended Hours
September 30, 2020 is the last day of our 2020 enrollment year--Join us for this free, drop-in virtual session. Get your last minute college savings questions answered by MET staff members.
You can join the main session and get general information or you can meet with a staff member to walk through your questions one-on-one. We can even help walk you through the online enrollment process during this session.
Join this extended hours event via Microsoft Teams meeting anytime during the session. Once logged in, you can request a one-on-one meeting and we will link you with a staff member.
- 10/6/20 College Savings Webinar
Learn more about Michigan's college savings plans, MET and MESP. Both plans offer flexible features and tax advantages to help save for a loved one's future college education. You can access these interactive sessions from your computer and interact with a live presenter via the phone. RSVP for the webinar today and instructions will be sent to you via email.
Register at https://cc.callinfo.com/registration/#/?meeting=1ea532on5tt64&campaign=1ni2ey2lx3y0p - 10/6/20 Virtual Trivia Night Fundraiser
Join us for a virtual trivia night. Now is the time to show off your trivia knowledge while supporting a great cause. This virtual event will feature surprise guests, prizes for the winning team and a lot of fun!
All proceeds from ticket sales are awarded as scholarships to former foster youth currently enrolled at Michigan colleges and universities. During the 2019-20 academic year, 414 students at 54 different institutions received support.
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