2026-2027 Benefits Open Enrollment & Fair

The annual Duquesne Faculty & Staff Benefits Fair is slated for Tuesday, April 21, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Africa Room (third floor) and the Atrium (second floor) of the Student Union. Explore available options, connect with on-campus providers and industry experts, enjoy refreshments and enter drawings for prizes.

Importance of Reviewing Benefits
Even without planned changes, reviewing current elections ensures coverage remains appropriate. Life circumstances and health care needs evolve, and a brief review helps maintain the right coverage.

Important reminder: If no action is taken, most current elections will roll over—except Flexible Spending Accounts, which must be re-elected each year.

Updates to the 2026-2027 Duquesne Benefits
While many core benefits remain the same, there are a few important updates to keep in mind:

• Spousal Surcharge: No change; remains $128.68 per bi-weekly pay
• Medical & Prescription Plans: Plan designs remain the same; updated pricing applies to
• Highmark and UPMC plan options
• Dental Plans: Updated premium pricing for both basic and enhanced plans
• Vision Plans: VSP vision plan pricing remains unchanged
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA): Annual limits increased to $4,400 (individual) and $8,750 (family)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs):
  • Annual limits increased: Health Care FSA to $3,400; Dependent Care FSA to $7,500 (with continued $500 Duquesne University contribution)
  • Important reminder: FSA elections must be actively re-elected each year—they do not automatically carry over and unused funds may be forfeited.

Make the Most of Duquesne Benefits
Duquesne University offers programs to support health, well-being and professional life:

• Participate in Wellness in Motion to earn up to $300 in rewards for employees and their participating spouses while maintaining health goals
• Completion of the health assessment provides personalized insights and additional incentives
• Schedule preventive screenings, which are fully covered.
• Consider establishing care with a primary care physician to help maintain health and manage medical costs
• Take advantage of campus resources and support programs available to Duquesne employees. 
   

Explore More at the Duquesne Benefits Fair
At the fair, attendees can:

• Compare medical, dental, vision and voluntary benefits (including pet insurance)
• Learn about retirement plans, financial resources and Duquesne employee assistance programs
• Receive personalized guidance and complete enrollment early.
   

Ready to get started? 
Visit the Duquesne Portal Employee Benefits web page to review plan details in the 2026-2027 Benefits Overview Guide, access the enrollment system and explore all available resources. Remember— Open Enrollment starts April 20 and ends May 1.