The General Enrollment period for all eligible children is open annually from Sept. 1 through Feb. 28 (Feb. 29 in leap years). However, children younger than 1 year of age may be enrolled during Newborn Enrollment through July 31.
It’s easy to open a Texas Tuition Promise Fund account. And, the sooner you start, the more affordable a college education can be.
Before enrolling in the plan, you must decide what is right for you, your child – and your budget. Learn more about Plan Basics.
Be sure to read the Plan Description and Master Agreement carefully. It outlines the risks and expenses, including fees, associated with establishing an account in the plan.
When you’re ready to enroll, review our checklist for tips on what you’ll need. You can enroll online or download and mail an application.
Important Dates
| Important Dates | ||
|---|---|---|
| General Enrollment | 9/1-2/28(2/29 in Leap Years) | Enrollment is open to establish accounts for any eligible beneficiary. |
| Newborn Enrollment | 3/1-7/31 | Enrollment is extended through July 31 for beneficiaries younger than 1 year of age at the time of enrollment in the plan. |
| Sales Period | 9/1-8/31 | The current Tuition Units: Tuition Units are the unit of measure used to purchase prepaid tuition. Generally, one unit represents one percent of the cost of tuition and required fees for 30 semester hours at the school that most closely matches the unit’s pricing structure. prices are valid for this period for anyone with an established account. See the current Pricing Schedule and Redemption Guide here. For more information on determining the number and type of units you may want to purchase, see the Calculator here. |
| Initial Payment Due Date for Enrollments During General Enrollment | 5/1 | The Initial Payment Due Date for accounts established during General Enrollment is May 1. |
| Initial Payment Due Date for Enrollments During Newborn Enrollment | 60-90 days from application receipt | For beneficiaries younger than 1 year of age that are enrolled during Newborn Enrollment, the Initial Payment Due Date will be roughly 60-90 days from the date the application is received. |
You can get answers to any questions or order an enrollment kit by calling us at 800-445-GRAD (4723), option 5.