University Human Resources

Benefits and Wellness

Explore the many ways Brown supports your health, finances, growth and daily life. From comprehensive benefits to programs that help you thrive at work and beyond, you’ll find resources to support every stage of your journey.

Benefits and Wellness

Explore the many ways Brown supports your health, finances, growth and daily life. From comprehensive benefits to programs that help you thrive at work and beyond, you’ll find resources to support every stage of your journey.

As an award-winning workplace, Brown is committed to supporting the whole person: professionally, personally and financially. Our benefits and wellness programs are thoughtfully designed to meet the diverse and evolving needs of our employees.

From health coverage and retirement planning to educational opportunities, paid time off and programs that support work-life balance, Brown offers a comprehensive suite of resources to help you succeed. Whether you’re planning for the future, growing your career or managing day-to-day responsibilities, you’ll find meaningful support at every stage.

Key Resources

Benefits Resources

Find commonly used documents and tools to help you understand, enroll in and manage your benefits. Access quick answers on eligibility, plan details and getting started.

Benefits Spotlight

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Benefits Spotlight

Recent Benefits Announcements

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2025 1095-C Forms are Available in Workday

Form 1095-C is required by the Affordable Care Act. Brown University is required to provide this form to employees who were eligible or enrolled in a medical insurance plan provided by Brown University in 2025.
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Additional Counseling Sessions Available

To further support your well-being and healing journey, Brown has partnered with Spring Health to expand our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) benefits. In 2026, all employees will have access to 20 counseling sessions, an increase of 10 additional sessions.
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Behavioral Health Support Available for BCBS Members

Blue Cross Blue Shield, Brown University and Headway are offering assistance to help employees impacted by the recent tragedy at Brown University navigate behavioral health services. Learn more about available support and resources.
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Brown U. Benefits Buzz Podcast: Season 3, Episode 2

It’s that time of year again- Open Enrollment! At Brown, we're entering a very significant Open Enrollment period, featuring three new medical plan options and other benefit changes and enhancements you should know about. Your cohosts, April O’Malley and Jen McKay, will help you navigate the Open Enrollment season with an informative interview with guests Jason Benoit and Kim Almeida.

Explore Your Benefits

Health and Wellness

Your health and well-being are essential to thriving at work and beyond. Brown offers a comprehensive range of benefits designed to support your physical, mental and financial wellness, whether you’re choosing a medical plan, planning for the unexpected or looking for everyday support resources.

Paid Time Off

Eligible staff at Brown have access to a range of paid time off options designed to support health, well-being, personal needs and civic responsibilities.

Leave of Absence and Workplace Accommodations

The Office of Leave and Accommodations, part of University Human Resources, supports Brown employees through important life and health events, whether planned or unexpected. We manage all leave of absence and employee workplace accommodation requests in-house, providing confidential guidance with a focus on clarity, care and consistency.

Retirement

Brown University offers a range of retirement programs, planning resources and benefits to support employees at every stage of their career and transition into retirement. Whether you are actively saving for retirement, preparing to leave the University or already retired, these resources can help you understand your options and next steps.

Educational Benefits

Brown offers a range of educational benefits designed to support employees and their families in pursuing continued learning and academic goals. These programs include significant support for employees through the Employee Education Program (EEP), as well as assistance for dependent undergraduate tuition and student loan repayment. Together, these resources help make education more accessible and affordable.

Work Life

Brown University is committed to supporting the well-being of our faculty and staff throughout every stage of life and work. This page connects you with a wide range of programs, resources and services that are designed to help you and the people who matter most to you.

Your Journey at Brown

At Brown, your experience goes beyond core benefits. We’re committed to supporting your growth, development and work-life experience through programs that help you learn new skills, explore opportunities and stay connected to a vibrant community.

Navigating Your Career

​Your career at Brown is full of possibilities. Whether you’re building new skills, exploring different paths or preparing for your next step, there are opportunities to grow at every stage. Learning, Development & Engagement (LDE) is here to support that journey with programs, courses and resources designed to help you move forward with purpose.

LinkedIn Learning Online Training

Access thousands of self-paced courses on business, technology and creative topics. Learn at your own pace, track progress and earn completion certificates.

Rosetta Stone

Learn up to 31 languages through an easy-to-use online platform and mobile app, available to members of the Brown community.

Staff Development Day

A beloved Brown tradition, Staff Development Day (SDD) offers professional and personal development opportunities through on-campus and virtual programming for all staff.

BEAR Day

Brown University is proud to celebrate the dedication, talent and impact of our staff members. Each year, we come together for BEAR Day to honor those reaching significant milestones and those selected for the University's Excellence Awards.

Flexible Work

Alternative Work Assignments (AWAs) provide flexible work arrangements that support both University operational needs and employee work-life balance.