Retiree Insurance Overview
Retirees are eligible to continue in the medical, dental, vision and voluntary life insurance programs when the following criteria are met:
Individuals employed in a benefits-eligible position on August 31, 2003:- At least age 55 with 5 years of creditable state service with TRS, ORP or ERS or age plus years of creditable state service equals 80
- At least 3 years of service credit with a UT System institution
- The University of Texas System is the last qualifying state employer (years of service with other state agencies may count)
- Must retire through TRS, ORP or ERS
- At least age 65 with 10 years of creditable state service with TRS, ORP or ERS or age plus years of creditable state service equals 80
- At least 10 years of service credit with a UT System institution
- The University of Texas System is the last qualifying state employer (years of service with other state agencies may count)
- Must retire through TRS, ORP or ERS
Insurance Coverage Options
The University of Texas at Dallas and the State of Texas provide 100% premium sharing for the retiree basic coverage package and 50% premium sharing for dependent coverage.Basic Coverage for Retirees
Optional Coverages for Retirees
Retiree Insurance Enrollment
When you meet with your Benefits Administrator to prepare for retirement, you will complete an enrollment form to choose your elections for your retiree benefits.