Saving for Retirement
Whether your retirement is decades away or just around the corner, it's never too early or too late to start saving.
Stanford's Retirement Savings program ensures that you have a variety of investment strategies and resources available to you, so you can save for the retirement you want to have.
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Start Saving for Retirement
Enroll in the Stanford Contributory Retirement Plan and start saving. If you are a new hire in a benefits-eligible position, you will be automatically enrolled on your first service anniversary.
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Stanford Contributory Retirement Plan
Learn how to maximize your retirement benefits and understand important plan features.
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Prepare to Retire
Use our checklists to identify the steps needed to plan your retirement date.
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Workshops & Guidance
Attend a workshop or one-on-one meeting designed to help you plan for your retirement.
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Contact Us
Contact the University HR Service Team to get information about retirement savings options, calculate your retirement eligibility, or request a distribution.
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