Benefits & Wellness
Important Benefit Changes for Plan Year 2026-2027
Colorado College is committed to providing competitive and comprehensive benefits that support the health, financial security, and overall well‑being of our employees and their families. Benefits are a significant part of total compensation at CC, and we continuously review plan design, costs, and vendors to ensure our offerings remain sustainable, equitable, and aligned with employee needs.
The information below provides an overview of medical plan updates and important changes to leave administration for the upcoming plan year.
Changes to Medical Plan Premiums & Plan Designs
CC strives to provide medical coverage options that meet the diverse needs of its employee population. To support the long‑term sustainability of the medical plans while continuing to provide comprehensive coverage, several plan design updates will take effect in the upcoming plan year. The changes are outlined below.
PPO Premium Changes:
PPO Plan Design Changes:
HDHP Premium Changes:
HDHP Plan Design Changes:
Dental and Vision remain unchanged for plan year 2026-2027.
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Leave Administration & Voluntary Life Insurance Changes:
Effective July 1, 2026, Colorado College will transition leave administration and life insurance services from The Hartford to Sun Life. Sun Life will administer all new leave claims beginning July 1, while existing claims will continue and be completed under The Hartford. This change reflects employee feedback and the College’s ongoing commitment to improving service quality, responsiveness, and support throughout the leave process.
This transition introduces a redesigned life insurance offering with simplified coverage options and updated enrollment requirements. Optional life insurance will no longer be based on salary multiples and will instead be available in fixed dollar increments, allowing employees greater flexibility to choose coverage that best fits their needs.
Important Note: Because the life insurance plan design has changed, enrollment will not be passive, employees must actively elect Optional Life Insurance coverage during Open Enrollment if they wish to be covered. If you do not actively elect or reelect Optional Life Insurance during Open Enrollment, your coverage will be terminated.
Additionally, Colorado College will begin sharing the Colorado Paid Family and Medical Leave (FAMLI) premium with employees, a change that provides a tax advantage by allowing a portion of leave benefits to be received tax‑free when leave is used.
Benefits Health Fair - Wednesday, April 29, 2026
The Colorado College Benefits Health Fair will be held on Wednesday, April 29, 2026.
This year's event will take place at Colorado College from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the Worner Campus Center - Gaylord Hall, located at 902 North Cascade Ave.
You will have the opportunity to meet the insurance carrier representatives/vendors that provide your benefits and learn more about the programs offered. There will be raffle prizes, swag, and much more!
We hope to see you there!
Getting the most from your benefits at CC
Colorado College thrives when our employees thrive. To support our employees we offer comprehensive and affordable benefits.
- 2026 Benefits Guide
- Overview of benefits with links to details
- Understanding Leaves of absence at CC
- Total Rewards Statement Glossary
- Cigna Healthy Workforce Designation: Gold Level Recipient
Review and Change your Benefits (eBenefits)
Some benefits may be changed at any time. Others may only be changed during open enrollment (May) or with a qualifying life event such as marriage, or having a child.
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