The University of Iowa is a place for great minds to work, grow, and thrive. We offer one of the most competitive, comprehensive benefit packages around, with programs that enhance the health and well-being of faculty, staff, retirees, and students alike:

New benefit-eligible employees

As a new hire, the information you receive in the first few months can be overwhelming. Find out what you need to know about your benefits within your first 60 days as a new UI employee. 

New hire information

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Health Insurance

Review plan options for employees, retirees, and students, or learn about COBRA coverage for employees leaving the university.

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Dental Insurance

Explore coverage for employees, retirees, and students, including incentives for care at UI College of Dentistry Student Dental Clinics.

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Retirement

Compare retirement plans available through TIAA and IPERS, consider additional savings options, or review retirement programs and planning tools.

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Vacation and Sick Leave

Find details about regular vacation and sick leave, catastrophic leave donations and coverage, and leaves of absence for UI employees.

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Employee Discounts

University of Iowa employees are eligible for discounts on everything from cars to phone service to travel and more—browse all available options.

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Flexible Spending Accounts

Learn how pre-tax contributions to Health Care and Dependent Care spending accounts can reduce your taxes and cover eligible expenses.

Wellmark Plan Member Updates

To review the most recent Wellmark Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Iowa health plan updates, select the "Wellmark Updates" button below:

WELLMARK UPDATES