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University Human Resources
Benefits Eligibility and Contribution Schedule
Health and Wellness Benefits
| Benefit | Hours/Year Eligibility | Faculty & Staff Eligibility/**Contribution Schedule |
|---|---|---|
| Health Insurance | 1,300+ (67% - 100%) | Employees contribute on a pre-tax basis. Premiums are based on a salary tier model. See Health Rate Sheets in the Medical Plans section of Benefits website. |
| 975 – 1,299 (50% - 66%) | Employees contribute one-half of the monthly premium on a pre-tax basis. | |
| <975 (<50%) | Employees may enroll but pay the full monthly premium (no Brown contribution). | |
| Dental Insurance | 1,300 – 1,950 (67% - 100%) | Brown contributes one-half of the cost of monthly individual coverage. Employees pay the remaining balance for all coverage levels on a pre-tax basis. |
| 975 – 1,299 (50% - 66%) | Brown contributes one-quarter of the cost of monthly individual coverage. Employees contribute the remaining balance for all coverage levels on a pre-tax basis. | |
| <975 (<50%) | Employees may enroll but are responsible for the full monthly premium (no Brown contribution). | |
| VSP – Vision | All employees on regular payroll | Employees pay the full cost at Brown’s group rate. |
| Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) | 975+ (50% - 100%) | Eligible for benefit. Employees fund the account through pre-tax payroll contributions. |
| Life Insurance | 1,300+ (67% - 100%) | Eligible for benefit. Up to $50,000 in basic life insurance is paid by Brown, based on age and salary. Optional life for self, spouse or child(ren) is available and fully employee-paid. |
| <1,300 (<67%) | Not eligible. | |
| Long-Term Disability Insurance | 1,300+ (67% - 100%) | Eligible for benefit providing 60% of salary (up to $7,500/month). Coverage is fully paid by Brown. Supplemental individual LTD (Unum/BBG) is available at employee expense. |
| <1,300 (<67%) | Not eligible. | |
| Employee Assistance Program | All employees on regular payroll | Fully paid by Brown. |
| Wellness Rewards | 975+ (50% - 100%) | Fully paid by Brown. |
| <975 (<50%) | Not eligible. |
Retirement
| Benefit | Hours/Year Eligibility | Faculty & Staff Eligibility/**Contribution Schedule |
|---|---|---|
| Defined Contribution Retirement Plans | 1,000+ (51% - 100%) | University contributions vary based on employee group, date of hire, age and length of service, and begin after six full months of service. |
| <1000 (<51%) | Voluntary employee contributions are permitted. No University contribution is provided. |
Educational Benefits
| Benefit | Hours/Year Eligibility | Faculty & Staff Eligibility/**Contribution Schedule |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition Aid Program | 1,300+ (67% - 100% or equivalent of 4 full years, i.e., 7,800 hours) | Eligible for benefit, assuming no breaks in service or changes in payroll status (service requirement does not apply to tenured faculty). FY26 benefit is $16,060 per eligible child. |
| <1,300 (<67%) | Not eligible. | |
| Employee Education Program (staff only) | 1,300+ (67% - 100%) | Provides up to $5,250 per calendar year in tax-free tuition assistance for degree, job-related or non-degree coursework at accredited institutions outside of Brown. For courses at the School of Professional Studies or other Brown courses, employees may take up to three courses per calendar year. Tuition amounts exceeding $5,250 are taxable. |
| <1,300 (<67%) | Not eligible. |
Time Off
| Benefit | Hours/Year Eligibility | Faculty & Staff Eligibility/**Contribution Schedule |
|---|---|---|
| Sick/Vacation Time (staff only) | 975+ (50% - 100%) | Eligible for accrual. Employees working less than 100% accrue on a prorated basis (calculated in hours). |
| <975 (<50%) | Eligible for prorated Sick and Safe Leave hours. |
Family Resources
| Benefit | Hours/Year Eligibility | Faculty & Staff Eligibility/**Contribution Schedule |
|---|---|---|
| Child Care Subsidy | 1,300+ (67% - 100%) | $1,000 - $4,000 subsidy based on household income (up to $150,000). |
| <1,300 (<67%) | Not eligible. | |
| Back-Up Child & Elder Care | All employees on regular payroll | Employees pay a copayment based on care received. |
Voluntary Benefits
| Benefit | Hours/Year Eligibility | Faculty & Staff Eligibility/**Contribution Schedule |
|---|---|---|
| Automobile and Homeowners Insurance | All employees on regular payroll | Employees pay the full cost, less any group discount. |
| Pet Insurance | All employees on regular payroll | Employees pay the full cost, less any group discount. |
| Critical Illness and Accident Insurance | 1,300+ (67% - 100%) | Employees pay the full cost of coverage. |
| <1,300 (<67%) | Not eligible. | |
| Legal Plan | All employees on regular payroll | Employees pay $17.25 per month through post-tax contributions. |
| Savi Student Debt Solution | All employees on regular payroll | Employees pay the full cost of coverage, less any group discount. |
| Mortgage Assistance | All employees on regular payroll | Employees pay the full cost of the coverage, less any group discount. |
| Commuter Choice Spending Account | 975+ (50% - 100%) | Employees pay the full cost of coverage through pre-tax contributions. |
| <975 (<50%) | Not eligible. |
* This summary provides a general overview of benefits available for eligible faculty and staff at Brown University. The information contained herein does not constitute a legal contract. Benefit programs may change from time to time or be terminated and, in the event of a conflict between this summary and a plan document, the plan document shall govern.
** There are certain faculty groups and bargaining units to whom this chart may not apply. Eligibility for dependents and/or certain family members varies by plan. When you log into Workday to enroll, you will see the plans and cost for your eligibility group.