Health & Insurance
Explore a variety of health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance options.
Why Northwestern?
A special place to work.
Northwestern employs professionals who want to make a difference and contribute to one of the world’s premier research and teaching universities. HR helps faculty and staff do their best work through comprehensive benefits and professional support.
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Tuition Discounts
See the reduced college tuition benefits available to employees and their dependents.
Retirement benefits
Save for retirement through a plan that includes University-matched contributions.
Work/Life Resources
Our resources help you balance work and personal priorities.
We offer programs, services and consultation to help you navigate life's challenges and opportunities.
Working with students to build community and find their passions has helped me find my passion as well. Northwestern admissions recruits some of the brightest minds in the world and working with them has been the highlight of my career.”
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News & Announcements
Open Enrollment for 2021 Benefits
Open Enrollment for January 1, 2021 plan changes will open at 8 a.m. on Monday, October 26 and close at 5 p.m. on Friday, November 13. A summary of plan changes will be mailed to your current address in early October.
On Campus Flu Shots available in October and November
HR Well-being has partnered with Health Maintenance Institute to host on campus flu shot clinics in October and November. Flu shots are free for all benefits-eligible faculty and staff.
COVID-19 and Campus Updates
Find information and resources for Northwestern's phased return to campus.
New! Wellness Grants for Physical, Emotional or Financial Wellness
Through YourLife wellness grants, faculty and staff may apply for funding for wellness activities, events and/or space.
Calendar
Drop-in Meditation
October 27, 1:30 PM - 2:00 PM
New Faculty and Staff Benefits Orientation
October 28, 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Drop-in Meditation
November 3, 1:30 PM - 2:00 PM