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Ohio State provides access to exceptional benefits that support your health and financial goals as part of your total rewards package. Life insurance gives you and your family financial security. A variety of life insurance options are available.

Faculty and Staff Tuition Assistance

The Faculty and Staff Tuition Assistance Plan pays the instructional, general and non-Ohio resident fees (up to 10 hours per term) for eligible employees who take courses at Ohio State.

Merit Process

The Ohio State University merit process determines salary increases, implements the change in university systems and notifies faculty and staff. This process takes place every summer.

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HR Statistics and Reports

The Office of Human Resources provides analysis and reporting of human resources management information, including demographics, internal and external markets for faculty and staff salaries, and mandated federal and state reporting.

Dependent Tuition Assistance

The Dependent Tuition Assistance Plan (Plan) pays a portion of the instructional and general fees for an eligible employee’s spouse or unmarried dependent children who take courses at Ohio State.

Benefits Enrollment

Ohio State is committed to being a healthy workplace for all faculty and staff. Helping you to be your healthiest is good for everyone: you, your family, your colleagues, and the university. There are certain opportunities to participate in Ohio State’s health plans. The following information relates to enrollment in the university’s benefits plans.

Ohio State Travel Assistance

Staying healthy while traveling and getting care when far from home are a part of the total rewards of working at Ohio State. Any individual enrolled in one of the university-sponsored medical plans automatically has access to Ohio State Travel Assistance services as described below.

Medical Benefits

The university-sponsored medical plans provide comprehensive coverage and wellness benefits for you and your eligible dependents. All Ohio State medical plan options include preventive care with 100% coverage. Not every illness is preventable, but living healthier leads to a better quality of life, improved personal and professional productivity and lower out-of-pocket costs. From the available plan options, you choose which medical coverage and benefit levels best match the needs of you and your family.

Dependent Eligibility Requirements

The benefits available to you and your family reflect Ohio State’s commitment to offering high-quality, affordable options for your family’s health, financial and educational needs. Use the detailed information below to determine if your spouse and children are eligible for Ohio State’s medical, dental and vision benefits.

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HR Focus News

May 11, 2026

Honoring excellence: The 2026 Distinguished Staff Awards

Across Ohio State, 13 exceptional staff members are transforming the university’s mission into daily action through their commitment to innovation and collaboration. As the 2026 Distinguished Staff Award recipients, these individuals represent the pinnacle of excellence in everything that they do.
February 16, 2026

The power of purpose: How the Leadership Certificate Program is transforming campus leaders

At The Ohio State University, people leaders have access to resources that help them continuously grow as leaders. As part of this investment in excellence, the John Glenn College of Public Affairs and Ohio State Human Resources partnered in 2025 to launch a section of the Leadership Certificate Program for Ohio State employees.
January 16, 2026

Learn about the newly redesigned YP4H

Ohio State has launched a new Your Plan for Health (YP4H) wellness portal that offers more ways to explore wellness resources and earn rewards for the activities that matter most to you.
December 16, 2025

Ohio State honors 752 faculty and staff for milestone service

The Ohio State University celebrated long-serving employees at the annual Faculty and Staff Service Recognition Luncheon on Wednesday, Dec. 10. A total of 752 faculty and staff were honored this year for reaching milestone anniversaries, ranging from 25 to 55 years of service.

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June 18, 2026

HR Staff Recognized for Embodying Ohio State’s Shared Values

Five Ohio State Human Resources professionals have been recognized with 2026 HR Excellence Awards – highlighting how everyday contributions translate into meaningful impact that shapes workplace culture, strengthens leadership, fosters inclusion and ensures that faculty and staff have the resources they need to succeed.
June 17, 2026

Policy Reminder: Self-Disclosure of Criminal Convictions

The Ohio State University is committed to maintaining a safe and secure environment for the campus community. The Self-Disclosure of Criminal Convictions Policy, 4.17 provides guidance and outlines responsibilities for self-disclosures.
May 1, 2026

Staff Professional Development Funds

If you are interested in pursuing professional development over the next year, apply for funds by June 1, 2026, at 5 p.m.
March 17, 2026

Revisions to Drug-Free Workplace Policy

The Ohio State University has revised the Drug-Free Workplace Policy, 7.30 to further clarify safety and standards across all work environments, including remote and on-call locations. Key changes include updated procedures for reasonable suspicion testing, new guidance on prescription drug accommodations and refined definitions.
March 3, 2026

Spring Learning Series on Retirement Living

A national retirement association, Association of Retirement Organizations in Higher Education, is offering a virtual learning series, “Charting the Journey to a Fulfilling Retirement"

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