Program Administration

The Kansas Quest529 Education Savings Program is administered by Kansas State Treasurer Steven Johnson , who is responsible for the regulations governing the program, selecting the financial organization that manages the accounts, ensuring the program complies with all relevant Internal Revenue Service guidelines and monitoring investment performance with the assistance of an outside consultant and an advisory committee. Click below to learn more about the members of the Treasurer’s Advisory Committee

The State of Kansas has selected TIAA-CREF Tuition Financing, Inc. as the program manager. TIAA is responsible for managing accounts, providing customer service, educating account owners and communicating the benefits of the program.

Kansas also offers, effective March 30, 2026, the Schwab 529 Plan, which is managed by TIAA and distributed by Charles Schwab & Co., Inc