
Benefits Information
Tarleton Employees
Explore benefits offered through Texas A&M University System for Tarleton employees.
Healthcare
Use following links to learn more on the Texas A&M System Benefits Administration website.
Reimbursement of Insurance Premium Deductions Prior to State Contribution Date
The State of Texas contributes to eligible employees’ insurance coverages as of the 1st day of the month following 60 days of employment in an eligible position. For those who elect coverage PRIOR to the first of the month after 60 days of employment, Tarleton State University will reimburse employees the State contribution towards health coverage during those first 60 days.
Summer Insurance
Covered full-time faculty remain eligible for insurance coverage during the summer, non-working months, if returning to their full time position the following Fall. Detailed information is provided in April of each year.
Newly hired full time employees not eligible for the State contribution on September 1st, who are appointed to a 9-11 month (including 9+3) position, will have summer premiums for June, July and August withheld from your paycheck received in early June (May’s pay).
Full Time employees who are eligible for the State contribution on September 1st and are appointed to a 9-11 month (including 9+3) position will have 12 months of premiums prorated over 9 months. Twelve (12) months of premiums will be deducted and paid September-May (October-June paychecks).
Personal Benefits
Education
Several educational benefits programs are offered for Tarleton employees at A&M System Universities.

Family Education Program
Scholarship opportunities are available for Tarleton employees, their spouses, and dependents.

Masters Assistance
This masters program is designed to invest in and assist employees further their skills, and job effectiveness.

Doctoral Assistance
This program supports eligible employees pursing approved doctoral programs at A&M System Universities.
Programs for Retirement
Employee contribution tax sheltered include:
- Teacher Retirement System – 8.25% by employee; 8.25% by State of Texas
- Optional Retirement Program – 6.65% by employee; 6.6% by State of Texas
- Social Security Participation