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Acadia Education Savings Accounts (ESA)

Between books, supplies, and tuition, education costs can be steep. A Coverdell Education Savings Account (ESA) is tax-free and you can withdraw money at any time for educational expenses.

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Give your child the gift of educational opportunities.

A Coverdell Education Savings Account (ESA) is a smart way to save for a child’s education. This tax-advantaged account allows you to set aside funds for qualified education expenses, including tuition, books, supplies, and even some K-12 costs.

  • Tax-free withdrawals for education expenses

  • Anyone can contribute

  • Withdraw funds at any time

  • Dividends earned are paid on a monthly basis

 

To open an ESA for someone, they must be 18 years old or younger. You can choose from certificate terms of six months to five years. Withdrawals are tax-free and penalty-free when used for qualified education expenses.

Your Coverdell ESA funds stay with us—we don’t outsource our service to other institutions. If you need access to your money, we can issue a check on the same day for your convenience.

Start saving early and give your child the gift of educational opportunities with a Coverdell ESA!

Acadia is there when other financial institutions aren't. They will actually take the time and work with you to help you out. Besides that, the staff really goes out of their way to make sure I leave with the best experience possible.

— Andy B.

member since 2013

Frequently Asked Questions

  • The maximum amount is $2,000.

  • If you decide not to go to college, the funds can be transferred to a sibling, niece, nephew, or even your own children. They do have to be moved out of the Coverdell ESA before you turn 30 years old so you don’t incur a penalty.

  • No. Coverdell Education savings must be used for education-related purposes only.

  • No. Coverdell Education savings can also be used for approved expenses related to private elementary or high school.

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