Retirement

  PERS (Staff)
Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)
  TRS (Faculty)
Teachers Retirement System (TRS)
  ORP (Faculty / Staff)
Optional Retirement Plan (ORP)
  University of Alaska Pension Plan (Faculty / Staff)
Supplemental account to PERS, TRS, and ORP
  Voluntary 403(b)
Both Tax-deferred and Roth options available
  Deferred Compensation Plan - 457(b)
Officers and Senior Administrators only
  Social Security & Medicare
University of Alaska withdrew from Social Security in 1982. 
  Planning your retirement?
Review the offboarding webpage
  Basic Life Insurance
Benefit-eligible employees are automatically enrolled in $100,000.
  Supplemental Life Insurance
Coverage for purchase above Basic Life Insurance. Can elect spouse/FIP and child(ren) coverage, too.
  Accidental Death and Dismemberment
Additional coverage for and employee or an employee and their family.
  Corestream
Additional insurances including accident, hospital indemnity, critical illness, identity theft, legal assistance, and pet insurance.
  MASA Air and Ground Ambulance
Supplemental air and ground ambulance protection
 
 
 
Financial Health News

  • Back to Work: Don't forget about your Dependent Care FSA

    September 22, 2025

    As UA begins a new semester, families may be juggling new routines and childcare needs. If you are enrolled in the Dependent Care FSA (DC FSA), now is a great time to ensure you're getting the most out of this benefit.

  • Health Savings Account (HSA) Webinars with Bank of America

    September 09, 2025

    Attend the upcoming webinars on the Health Savings Account (HSA) presented by Bank of America to understand how your HSA could be used to set you up for financial success in the future.

  • Understanding the University's Voluntary 403(b) Retirement Program

    September 09, 2025

    Join us as we outline the Voluntary 403(b) Retirement Program offered to all University employees - including temporary and student employees. The 403(b) Retirement Program is your opportunity to contribute additional funds to your retirement and pay yourself first.

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