OSU contributes 95% of faculty CORE premiums. Classified contributions are normally 95% at .75 FTE or higher, or 97% when enrolled in the least-cost plan in the home/work county; .50–.74 FTE is prorated. Eligible employees who waive medical coverage while covered by another employer group plan may receive $233 per month in taxable cash.
Eligibility & sources
Academic faculty, Professional faculty, Classified staff · Academic/professional faculty: at least 0.50 FTE in an appointment of 90 days or more. Classified employees: at least 80 hours per month for 90 days or more. The 97% classified contribution requires enrollment in the least-cost plan in the home/work county; the medical opt-out payment requires other employer group coverage. Some medical plans require living or working in the plan service area.
Sources & dates
- Benefits page Compensation and Benefits
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Current employee benefits overview for faculty, staff, and graduate employees; specific plan eligibility varies.
- Benefits page Summary of Benefits
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Current employee plan summaries by employment group, including employer-contribution eligibility thresholds.
- Benefits guide 2026 Summary of Benefits: Professional and Academic Faculty
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2026 plan-year guide revised December 2025 for professional and academic faculty, with benefit-specific appointment, plan, and service conditions stated in the guide.
- Benefits guide 2026 Summary of Benefits: Classified Employees
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Source context
2026 plan-year guide revised December 2025 for classified employees, with benefit-specific employee, service, and appointment conditions stated in the guide.