Human Resources
Benefits
Options and Enrollment
CWU offers a comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, life, and disability insurance; retirement and savings plans; a dependent tuition waiver; and paid leave plans depending on employment classification. Eligibility is based on type and length of position.
Insurance:
Enrollment & Forms:
Staff Enrollment (Classified and Exempt)
Enroll in Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
2026 Health Savings Account (HSA) Change Form (PDF)
Retirement:
DRS Plans (Department of Retirement Systems -PERS,TRS,LEOFF)
Voluntary Investment Plan (VIP)
Deferred Compensation Program (DCP)
Retirement & Financial Planning
Additional Benefits & Perks
Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP)
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