Insurance and retirement benefits

As of July 1, UK's new vendor for flexible spending accounts is HealthEquity.

We anticipate new FSA cards will be available later in July.

For any FSA-eligible expenses since July 1, you may submit a claim form to HealthEquity for reimbursement:

Instructions on how to access your online account with HealthEquity for the first time are also available:

Accessing your HealthEquity account

Benefits for you and your family, to help you now and in the future

The university is proud to offer a generous employee benefits package. We provide insurance, retirement savings, tools for your financial security and much more. We’re here to help you make the best decisions for your unique needs.

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Flexible benefits

Retirement savings

Tuition assistance programs

Nearing retirement

Benefits enrollment

Personalized support

We're here to help you make the best decisions for your unique needs, from in-house pharmacists who can help you save money on prescriptions, to retirement officers who can help you with every step of the retirement process.

Consults currently available:

Retirement officer

In-house pharmacist

Benefits advocate

Benefits that set UK apart

Insurance plans for your unique needs

Choose from health, dental and vision insurance plans, plus many other options for coverage.

Retirement savings to strengthen your financial future

Our 200% employer match to your retirement savings is among the best benefits available anywhere.

2026-27 Benefits and well-being

Overview of benefits, health plans, and more.

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News

July 15, 2026

CAPTRUST holding virtual sessions July 23

CAPTRUST Financial Advisors, the independent financial advisory firm that works on the University of Kentucky Retirement Programs, will be conducting virtual sessions from 9:30 a.m. - 4:15 p.m. on Thursday, July 23. Click here to schedule an appointment Topics covered in the 45-minute individual advisory sessions include, but are not limited to the following:

April 23, 2026

CAPTRUST holding in-person sessions in May and June

CAPTRUST Financial Advisors, the independent financial advisory firm that works on the University of Kentucky retirement programs, will be conducting in-person sessions with employees in May and June. Appointments are scheduled for: 

March 03, 2026

CAPTRUST holding virtual session March 24 and in person sessions April 21 and 22

CAPTRUST Financial Advisors, the independent financial advisory firm that works on the University of Kentucky retirement programs, will be conducting a virtual session with employees from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. on March 24 and in person sessions April 21 and 22. Schedule your March 24 appointment here.

December 18, 2025

CAPTRUST holding in-person sessions Jan. 14 and 15

CAPTRUST Financial Advisors, the independent financial advisory firm that works on the University of Kentucky retirement programs, will be conducting in-person sessions with employees in January. Appointments are scheduled for:  Jan. 14 and 15: Gatton Student Center, 160 Avenue of Champions, Room 330D Click here to schedule an appointment