Georgia Now update
Georgia raises its Path2College account cap and waives the state administrative fee
Changes effective July 15 increased the maximum Path2College 529 account balance from $235,000 to $550,000 and waived the state administrative fee. Existing Georgia income-tax deduction limits did not change.
- Topic
- Education finance
- Place
- Statewide
- Reviewed
- July 31, 2026
Why it matters
The higher ceiling mainly affects large-balance savers, while eliminating the administrative fee can provide a broader benefit across participating accounts.
Responsible source
Office of the Governor
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