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Tools to assist with planning for college on Coast Live

Posted at 11:03 AM, Sep 30, 2020
and last updated 2020-09-30 11:03:39-04

HAMPTON ROADS, Va. - Since the COVID-19 pandemic upended the education sector, Americans are reconsidering investing in higher education, according to a new Edward Jones and Morning Consult study. Respondents cited concerns over the current economic climate and the quality of online learning as top reasons some students are considering skipping higher education and choosing to look for full-time employment or internships instead. Nela Richardson, Investment Strategist for Edward Jones, shares the details of the survey and discusses the current tools that are available to assist with planning for college.

Visit edwardjones.com/529 to learn more.