Benefits

Your total compensation extends far beyond your pay—that’s why we’ve put together an unparalleled benefits package for you. Based on the details of your position, you may be eligible for:

Medical Plans

At CU we take care of our own. That's why the CU system covers 85 to 90 percent of your medical premiums. With four different healthcare plans to choose from, we offer the flexibility to find a plan that works for you.

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Dental and Vision Plans

CU Boulder offers two different dental plans to choose from for all your dental needs, and a vision plan that ensures that your family is covered.

 

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Paid Parental Leave

If eligible, Paid Parental leave grants you 240 hours (6 weeks) of paid leave to be taken within one year of the birth, adoption, foster placement or guardianship of a child.

 

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Life Insurance

We offer a full suite basic life insurance, optional life insurance and voluntary accidental death & dismemberment insurance policies. 

 

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Pre-tax Savings Plans

We offer Health Care Flexible Spending Accounts (HCFSA), Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Dependent Care Flexible Savings Accounts. We've got you covered!

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Retirement

Eligible employees are automatically enrolled in a generous savings plan that will help them get ready to enjoy retirement, comfortably. If that’s not enough, we also offer several voluntary savings options from which to choose.

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Tuition Benefit

At CU Boulder we value progression, education and growth. That’s why we offer tuition benefits for all eligible employees.

 

 

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Leave Benefits

Here at CU, we understand that life happens. Whether you’re planning a vacation or in need of personal or family medical leave, we offer a variety of leave options.

 

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Faculty & Staff Assistance Program

Trained general counselors are dedicated to serving the emotional and psychological needs of the campus community. All CU Boulder faculty and staff are eligible to meet with an FSAP counselor.

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