Disability Insurance
Short Term Disability Insurance
The University offers short-term disability coverage for all eligible employees hired on or after July 1, 2000. This policy provides income replacement of up to 60% of covered salary.
Long Term Disability Insurance
The University’s long-term disability insurance provides a monthly benefit to covered employees who were hired prior to July 1, 2000 and who become totally or partially disabled for 180 consecutive days after entering the plan. For eligible staff members hired on or after July 1, 2000, the monthly benefit is provided to those who become totally or partially disabled for 90 consecutive days after entering the plan.
The basic monthly benefit is equal to 60% of covered monthly salary, reduced by any social security benefits (including dependent benefits), workers' compensation benefits, salary continuation benefits, or sick leave.