Columbia University offers a full range of benefits to help you and your eligible dependents stay healthy, build long-term financial security for retirement, and meet educational goals. Explore the Health and Welfare, Tax Savings, Tuition, Well-Being and Voluntary Benefits options available.
Benefits Events
Tuition Exemption - Officers (Lunch & Learn Webinar Series)
Tuition Exemption - Support Staff (Lunch & Learn Webinar Series)
Live Long and Prosper: Your Guide to Understanding Longevity (TIAA)
Benefits News
Steps to Obtain a Social Security Number (SSN) for Columbia University Employment
For students who need a U.S. Social Security Number to work at Columbia University, please provide those the following letter in any onboarding materials, or any materials given to re-hires who may need a Social Security Number.
This Month from Your Employee Assistance Program: July 2026
This July, take a step toward a healthier lifestyle by joining Columbia’s exclusive webinar on the benefits of physical activity.
CUHR Connection: July 2026
A back to school supplies drive, caregiving support for when it's time to go back to school, and financial consultations available. Read more in the latest CUHR Connection.
Disclaimer
The Human Resources/Benefits website is intended only to provide information for the guidance of Columbia University Officers, staff and union employees. The writers of the content have exercised their best efforts to ensure accuracy of the information, but accuracy is not guaranteed. If there are any discrepancies between the information on the website, verbal representations and the Plan documents, the Plan documents will always govern. The information is subject to change from time to time, and the University reserves the right to change or terminate these Plans at any time. The information contained on the website is not intended to replace the plan documents, nor is the information in any way intended to imply a contract.