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Total Rewards: Benefits, pay, perks, and more

We’re proud to offer faculty and staff a comprehensive benefits and compensation package called Total Rewards.

What is Total Rewards?

From health care plans and retirement plans, to tuition assistance and wellness, Total Rewards is the University of Rochester’s comprehensive way of empowering employees to live their best lives. Total Rewards goes beyond basic benefits and compensation. It’s also about providing resources and services to help faculty and staff manage all aspects of work/life balance.

2025 Open Enrollment

Open Enrollment for 2025 University benefits will be held October 16–30, 2024. Visit the Open Enrollment section for additional information.

Total Rewards

Open Enrollment, going on now

Open Enrollment for the upcoming year takes place November 1–15, 2023. Eligible employees can review their benefit coverage options and make selections for the upcoming calendar year.

Start enrolling

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Family Care

2025 Child Care Subsidy Applications

Applications for the 2025 Child Care Subsidy are currently being accepted until Monday, August 26. The University of Rochester’s child care subsidy was created to help eligible employees with dependent care expenses by granting awards of up to $3,600/year per household.

More information on the application process

Employee Recognition

UR Stars

UR Stars is a University-wide employee recognition platform designed to foster appreciation and celebrate achievements, reinforcing our shared values as “One University.” Employee recognition is key to a positive and productive work environment.

Learn more about UR Stars

TOTAL REWARDS

Planning for Open Enrollment

Open Enrollment for the upcoming year takes place October 16–30, 2024. Eligible employees can review their benefit coverage options and make selections for the upcoming calendar year.

Begin Planning

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Total Rewards comprehensive overview

Watch this on-demand webinar for a thorough review of the benefits available to you through our Total Rewards program. The video also highlights your timeline to elect for these benefits.