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You could be eligible for a $250 or $500 State contribution with the Save4College State Contribution Program.

Thank you for your interest. The 2025 application period is now closed. The 2026 application period will open January 1, 2026.

How do I apply? 

The Save4College State Contribution Program is designed to help lower to middle-income households in Maryland save money for higher education. Your savings can be used at nearly any public, private, or technical college nationwide—and even international universities that have a federal school code—for qualified eligible education expenses such as tuition, fees, room and board, etc.

Learn How to Apply

Before you apply, be sure to review the Program’s eligibility requirements.

See Eligibility Requirements

Open a Maryland College Investment Plan Account or Log In

If you don't have a Maryland College Investment Plan account click below to open one.

2026 Application Period Opens January 1

The 2025 application period is now closed. The 2026 application period will open January 1, 2026.

Program requirements

How does it work?

Use the tabs to view the Save4College State Contribution Program eligibility requirements.

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