Retiree Benefits
DU Retirees Association
The DU Retirees Association provides opportunities for retirees to continue enjoying time with friends and colleagues while remaining engaged with the University. Under the leadership of the Board of Directors and in partnership with the DU Department of Human Resources & Inclusive Community, complimentary receptions, luncheons, programs, speakers, and activities are offered throughout the academic year.
Contact the DU Retirees Association at 303-871-3268.
The University of Denver is proud to provide benefits to our retirees. Available benefits are based on years of service.
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Retirees with 5–19 Years of Service
Eligibility
Appointed faculty and staff who satisfy all three of the following criteria are eligible to officially receive retiree status from the University of Denver Retirees Association and are eligible for benefits:
- Left employment voluntarily
- Reached the age of 55 years
- Been employed in a benefited position continuously for a minimum of 5 years
Benefits SummaryEligible appointed faculty and staff receive the following retiree benefits:
- Opportunity to apply for membership in the DU Retirees Association
- Opportunity to receive monthly DU Retirees e-blasts and newsletters providing news and updates about DU programs, activities, and available resources
- Opportunity to receive invitations to attend at least three DU Retirees social events on a complimentary basis annually
- Opportunity to receive discounted pricing for attendance at selected Lamont School of Music and/or home athletic events
- Opportunity to request and receive RTD booklets, subject to availability
Apply for Membership
Please complete the application. We will send you an email confirmation once we have received and reviewed your completed application.
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Retirees with 20+ Years of Service
Eligibility
Appointed faculty and staff who satisfy all three of the following criteria are eligible to officially receive retiree status from the University of Denver Retirees Association and are eligible for benefits:
- Left employment voluntarily
- Reached the age of 55 years
- Been employed in a benefited position continuously for a minimum of 20 years*
*Faculty members with emeritus status are eligible for retiree benefits regardless of their years of service.
Benefits SummaryClick the link below for a summary of the retiree benefits DU extends to its long-term employees.
Benefits Guides and Rates
Early Retirees (age 55 to 64)
- July 1, 2022 – June 30, 2023: Early Retiree Benefits Guide and Rates
Medicare Eligible Retirees (age 65+)
- January 1, 2023 – December 31, 2023: Cigna and Kaiser Permanente Medicare Rates
- Cigna True Choice Medicare Summary of Benefits
- Kaiser Permanente Senior Advantage Summary of Benefits
Additional Benefits