Preparing to Retire
Congratulations! You are entering an exciting phase of your life. The information provided here can help you think ahead and plan for a smooth transition to retirement. HR Connection, your unit’s human resources professional (HRP) and your retirement provider are your partners in preparing for retirement. Ohio State offers several resources to you, including the following:
- University benefits after retirement – Learn about your university employee benefits when leaving Ohio State.
- Leaving Ohio State – Information to help you manage the transition when you leave the university.
- Preparing to Retire webinar – This session provides faculty and staff who are 12 months to 5 years from their anticipated retirement date an overview on planning for a retirement from Ohio State.
- Preparing to Retire Fact Sheet – An overview for planning your retirement transition.
Timelines
Step-by-step preparations and planning as you approach retirement.
Eligibility for
Retirement
Determine your eligibility to retire from your retirement plan and if you are eligible to receive university retiree benefits.
Applying for
Retirement
Learn about the steps needed to retire from OPERS, STRS or the ARP.
Final Paycheck and
Leave Payouts
Learn what you final paycheck might look like.
Retirement Contribution Considerations
Consider contributing to a 403(b) and 457(b) through your final earnings and eligible sick and vacation leave payout(s).
Additional Information
Learn more about Medicare considerations, OSURA, Social Security and other offerings.