Eligibility

All University employees, with the exception of student workers.

Plan Administrator

University of Delaware through TIAA.

University Contributions

There is no University match on contributions. Before contributing to the 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan, employees are encouraged to first maximize their contributions through the University of Delaware 403(b) Retirement Saving Plan.

Vesting

Contributions are fully and immediately vested.

Enrollment

Employees must enroll, and choose their salary contribution level through TIAA.
This plan is not subject to an open enrollment period. Employees may enroll and change elections at any point in the year.

Limitations

IRS

Resources

Please see additional information about the retirement plan transition to TIAA.

Summary Plan Description

Coming soon

Loans, Hardship withdrawals, Retirement, In-service distributions

Please contact TIAA for additional information.

TIAA

Website
Employee portal (UD CAS)
Phone: 800-842-2776

Legacy Accounts
Fidelity Investments

Website
Phone: 800-343-0860