Medical Plans
University of Florida graduate assistants, teaching assistants, and research assistants (GAs) who work 10 hours a week or more (.25 FTE) may participate in the GatorGradCare health insurance plan. This plan provides limited preventative dental and vision coverage in addition to medical care.
Enrollment in GatorGradCare is not automatic and must be completed within 60 days from hire. Because enrollment in a medical insurance plan is mandatory for all students, GatorGradCare participants must complete a waiver with the Student Health Care Center every term in order to avoid being automatically enrolled in student health insurance, which costs over $1,000 per term.
Retirement
Employees may choose to enroll in these plans:
- State of Florida Voluntary 457 Deferred Compensation Plans:
Retirement savings plans intended to supplement retirement income from a state plan or to act as stand-alone plans. Tax-deferred and post-tax Roth options are available, and contributions may be modified at will by contacting the state Bureau of Deferred Compensation or the chosen investment provider. These plans have an annual IRS contribution limit, have no employer contribution, and are open to all employees.
- Fidelity Voluntary 403(b) Plans:
Retirement savings plans intended to supplement retirement income from a state plan or to act as stand-alone plans. Tax-deferred and post-tax Roth options are available, and contributions may be modified at will by contacting Fidelity Investments. These plans have an annual IRS contribution limit, have no employer contribution, and are open to all employees.
Time Away
University of Florida provides a variety of leave options for eligible Graduate Assistants.