Students wanting to attend Outward Bound with assistance from their 529, or most other College Savings Plan, may do so. Thanks to Outward Bound’s partnership with Western Colorado University, we can accept 529 College Savings Plans through the university's Center for Learning and Innovation Outdoor and Experiential Learning program and anyone can register – you do not have to be a current Western Colorado University student. Registration is easy and takes only a few days to process. And, as a result, you will earn academic credit for your Outward Bound outdoor education course.
How to Use Your 529 College Savings Plan and Receive Academic Credit
1. Consult with your Outward Bound Admissions Advisor about course options. Make your choice and apply for that course.
3. Complete the Credit Registration form with the applicants’ contact info and Outward Bound Course Info (Course Name, Code, Length, Dates).
4. Once the form is received, the Center for Learning and Innovation will verify your enrollment, tuition cost and payment status with the Outward Bound Regional School running the course.
5. Within two business days of your enrollment verification, the Center for Learning and Innovation will process your registration and send an email confirmation.
6. If you are using a 529 Plan to pay for your course, carefully follow the instructions in the registration form and arrange for payment at a minimum of 30 days before your course begins.
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To learn more about using your college savings plan, scholarships and academic credit call us today at 866-467-7651 or email us.
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