The University of Georgia is steeped in tradition and committed to providing endless
possibilities to our community. Founded in 1785, we are the birthplace of public higher
education in America.
UGA has been a leader for more than 235 years for one reason: Our people. People will always be the heart of our success.
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Learn more about the ways the University of Georgia demonstrates its commitment to its hard-working faculty & staff.
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UGA offers Comprehensive Healthcare Plans, as well as Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts options, through the University System of Georgia (USG).
Other Employee USG Benefits Highlights:
- $25K of term life insurance provided at no cost to the employee
- The Teachers Retirement System of Georgia (TRS) or the Optional Retirement Plan (ORP)
Your eligibility for these plans depends on your employment status (exempt or nonexempt) and your past employment history. - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Learn more about these and other USG Benefits.
- $25K of term life insurance provided at no cost to the employee
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UGA provides employees with professional education and experiences that help our community succeed and flourish in their work and lives.
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UGA provides a variety of employee perks, including a Tuition Assistance Program (TAP).
Other Employee Perks Highlights:
- Athletics Season Tickets
- Bookstore and Dining Services
- University Childcare
- Employees may be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
Learn more about these and other UGA Employee Perks.
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UGA provides a variety of leave options, including Paid Parental Leave.
Other Employee Leave Highlights:- New employees start off with 10 hours of paid time off vacation (PTO) and 8 hours of sick leave per month.
- Educational Support Leave includes 8 hours per calendar year.
- UGA has 13 paid holidays per year.
Learn more about employee options for paid leave, as well as family and medical leave:
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The Office of Academic and Community Engagement (ACE) aims to ensure that the University of Georgia is an inclusive and welcoming environment that enables all students, faculty, staff and partners to be successful.
Learn more about ACE..
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Tuition assistance is the waiver of tuition and the waiver of certain fees.
Participation in the Tuition Assistance Program (TAP) shall be available to fulltime, benefits-eligible employees who have successfully completed at least six months of employment in a benefits-eligible position as of the date of the TAP application deadline for the desired academic semester.
Learn more about the Tuition Assistance Program (TAP).
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The University Childcare Center provides a warm, engaging learning environment to the children of UGA faculty, staff, and students as well as to families of the Athens community.
Learn more at the University Childcare Center Website.
Additionally, the Child Development Lab at McPhaul provides developmentally appropriate programs on a full-day basis for children ages 8 weeks to 5 years of both University and community families.
For more information, be sure to visit the Child Development Lab Website.
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Athens, Georgia, “The Classic City,” is located about 70 miles east of Atlanta, nestled in the rolling, wooded foothills of the Appalachians, the historic heartland of Georgia. Its vibrant, walkable downtown sits across the street from UGA’s historic North Campus. Downtown Athens is packed with art galleries, trendy shops, and distinctive dining options. Athens has been named one of the best college towns in the country and one of the best cities to retire. It has recently been recognized for its growing food scene and its legendary music scene has been going strong for decades. The scenic, friendly neighborhoods outside of downtown feature further living, shopping, dining, and recreation options. Every day in The Classic City promises a new, unforgettable experience. Visit today!
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