Welcome to Fresno State Benefits!

Your well being is at the heart of what we do. Explore the benefits that help you thrive.

Health Benefits

At Fresno State, we prioritize the health and well-being of our employees. That's why we offer a variety of medical, vision, and dental plans to meet the needs of our faculty, staff, and their families.Health Benefits

Flexible & Voluntary

At Fresno State, we believe in supporting our employees with an array of flexible and voluntary benefits designed to enhance your well-being and peace of mind. Explore the possibilities!Flexible & Voluntary Benefits

Retirement

Whether you are just starting to plan or are approaching this exciting milestone, we are committed to helping you navigate this important journey to a fulfilling, financially secure retirement!Retirement

Benefits News

Fidelity Educational Webinars during the month of July

Join Fidelity for educational webinars in the month of July. Everyone has different needs and your retirement plan is part of your current financial situation. Our goal is to help you increase your financial knowledge and confidence. Meet with a Fidelity representative, attend a webinar, or participate in a quick Q&A session. Read more...

Meet your Workplace Financial Consultant

Watch the video on how Fidelity’s Workplace Financial Consultants can help you plan for your future and assist you with everything from basic budgeting to complex financial situations. Read more...

Fall 25' Fee Waivers are being processed now

Fall 2025 Fee Waiver submission deadline was June 13, 2025. Stay tuned for the Spring 2026 Fee Waiver Deadline date. Read more...

Professional Development

Learn how you can grow at Fresno State through programs, resources, workshops and more through Organizational Development! Read more...

New Hire? Welcome to Fresno State!

To qualify for most benefits, you must have employment exceeding six months and one day, with a time base of at least .50. Academic-year lecturers and coaches are eligible for benefits if appointed for a minimum of one semester with a time base of .40 or greater.

Below is benefit information to assist you with your benefit choices. Please note, the Benefits enrollment worksheet must be submitted within 60 days of appointment/hire date.

Ready to Enroll? Fill out the appropriate New Hire Benefits Enrollment Worksheet below.

Staff / MPP - Last Name A-L Staff / MPP - Last Name M-Z Faculty (Tenured, Tenure Track, Librarians) Last Name A - L Faculty (Tenured, Tenure Track, Librarians) Last Name M-Z Lecturer (Temp Faculty) A - L | Form available August 2025 Lecturer (Temp Faculty) M - Z | Form available August 2025

ACA Benefits

Employees who do not meet eligibility requirements listed above may qualify for health care under the Affordable Care Act (ACA) if they work an average of 130 hours (or .75 FTE) or more per month.

If you have qualified for benefits under the Affordable Care Act (ACA), please complete the enrollment form. This worksheet must be submitted within 60 days of the eligibility date and will be effective the first of the month after the worksheet is received.

ACA Benefits Enrollment Worksheet A - L ACA Benefits Enrollment Worksheet M - Z