Review this important material about benefit programs available to SEIU members, in addition to the Open Enrollment information available for faculty and staff. If you require accommodations to access any information on this webpage, please contact HR Shared Services at 315.443.4042.
Health Plan Contributions (for Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Bargaining Unit employees only)
As a member of SEIU, you are responsible for paying the monthly rates listed below.
These contributions for medical coverage automatically apply, unless you qualify, apply and are approved for reduced Schedule B contributions. Certain employees represented by the SEIU collective bargaining agreement are automatically enrolled in the Schedule B medical contributions.
2025 Monthly Health Plan Contributions
The monthly costs listed below are based on the 12-month calendar year. Actual deductions from each paycheck will vary depending upon your deduction cycle (e.g. weekly vs. semi-monthly, academic year vs. calendar year). The following information applies to Schedule A.
| Coverage Tier | SUBlue | SUOrange | SUPro |
|---|---|---|---|
| Employee Only | $184.21 | $178.85 | $168.00 |
| Employee + Spouse/Domestic Partner | $418.62 | $406.55 | $381.66 |
| Employee + Child(ren) | $367.25 | $356.67 | $334.83 |
| Employee + Spouse/Domestic Partner + Child(ren) | $595.59 | $578.42 | $543.01 |
As part of the collective bargaining agreement between SEIU and Syracuse University, SEIU member employees meeting the following criteria will automatically qualify for lower health plan contributions under Schedule B:
- Classified in a position that is considered a Grade Two or Three; and
- Completed at least two years of service by Dec. 31, 2025.
When you log in to MySlice to complete Open Enrollment between Oct. 28 – Nov. 8, you will see the contributions that apply based on your current enrollment. In mid-December, HR Shared Services will adjust the contribution schedule for SEIU member employees who qualify for lower contributions and send a revised confirmation statement to your Syracuse University email address.
In addition, SEIU members who are not automatically eligible will continue to have the opportunity to apply for lower contributions under the normal process. As a reminder, the University will increase its subsidy of Schedule B rates to offer more affordable contributions for those who need assistance the most. Applications are due by Dec. 6 and notifications will be sent to your Syracuse University email address after that date.
If you are a member of the SEIU bargaining unit, you may choose to enroll in the Service Employees Benefit Fund (SEBF) dental and vision plans instead of the University plans. If you have specific questions regarding the plans through SEBF, please contact SEBF at 855.835.9720.
Remember:
- If you are enrolled in one of the University’s plans: This is the year to make changes to your dental and vision coverage – for a two-year commitment – unless you experience a qualifying life event. Elections will remain in effect through Dec. 31, 2026.
- If you are enrolled in one of the SEBF plans: You may waive, maintain or change your SEBF coverage.
- If you are currently not enrolled in any dental and vision plans: You may continue to waive or enroll in one of the SEBF plans.
Coverage Tier SEBF Basic Dental Plan SEBF Basic Dental Plus Vision Plan SEBF Comprehensive Dental Plan SEBF Comprehensive Dental Plus Vision Plan
Employee $22.36 $28.24 $29.76 $35.64
Employee + 1 $44.24 $57.44 $50.21 $63.41
Family $63.49 $76.69 $73.13 $86.33
Contributions listed are based on the 12-month calendar year. The actual deduction from your paycheck depends on your deduction cycle.
You have the opportunity to enroll in the SEBF Weekly Disability Plan, a short term disability benefit.
Effective Jan. 1, 2025, the monthly premiums for this coverage will be $24.41 if you are also enrolled in the SEBF dental plan, or $29.80 if you are not enrolled in SEBF dental. The premium for this coverage will be fully employee paid through payroll deduction.
To enroll, please complete the SEBF Enrollment/Payroll Authorization Form and return it to SEBF any time prior to Dec. 15.
The SEBF Weekly Disability Plan offers:
- A benefit of one-half of your average weekly salary to a maximum of $170 per week for up to 26 weeks.
- A weekly benefit that is paid for any injury or illness that is not work related.
- No premium payments are required while you are out of work due to an approved disability.
- You can collect the SEBF benefit in addition to other disability benefits, such as New York State Statutory Disability and Syracuse University Supplemental Short Term Disability. For more information, please visit the SEBF website.
If you have any questions, contact Terry at the Fund Office at 315.218.6513.
Contact HR Shared Services at 315.443.4042 from 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Contact SEBF at 315.218.6513 or 855.835.9720 from 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Every effort has been made to ensure the information contained within this website is accurate. However, the benefits are governed by legal documents (which, in certain circumstances, may include insurance contracts). If there is any difference between the information on this website and the official documents, the official documents will control. As is the case with all of Syracuse University’s employee benefit plans, the University reserves the right to modify or terminate these benefits at any time.