New Hires/Newly Eligible Employees
The Ohio State University supports the efforts of faculty and staff to plan a fulfilling, financially secure retirement. As part of its total rewards package, the university offers an array of retirement options to help you meet your financial goals. Retirement program eligibility is based on your appointment type (faculty, staff or student) and your full-time equivalency (FTE).
University employees must participate in one of the state retirement programs. Faculty may participate in one of the State Teachers Retirement System of Ohio (STRS) plans. Staff may participate in one of the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS) plans. Full-time faculty and staff (75% or greater FTE) may elect the Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP) in lieu of one of the state plans.
Retirement Options by Classification
Full-Time Faculty
Information for faculty members who are 75% FTE or greater.
Full-Time Staff
Information for staff members who are 75% FTE or greater.
Part-Time Faculty
Information for faculty members who are less than 75% FTE.
Part-Time Staff
Information for staff members who are less than 75% FTE.