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Cornell University Benefits

4.2
339 Ratings

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Current and former employees report that Cornell University provides the following benefits. It may not be complete.

Insurance, Health & WellnessFinancial & RetirementFamily & ParentingVacation & Time OffPerks & DiscountsProfessional Support

Insurance, Health & Wellness

Health Insurance
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Retiree Health & Medical
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Supplemental Life Insurance
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Vision Insurance
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Financial & Retirement

4.9
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Family & Parenting

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Adoption Assistance
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Childcare
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Military Leave
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Unpaid Extended Leave
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Vacation & Time Off

4.3
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Volunteer Time Off
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Perks & Discounts

4.3
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Legal Assistance
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Mobile Phone Discount
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Professional Support

4.1
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Employee Benefit Reviews

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  • Health Insurance(87 comments)

    There are options, but the Aetna plan was top notch at a minimal monthly cost.

  • Vacation & Paid Time Off(31 comments)

    All time off - vacation, sick - was sufficient.

  • Sick Days(31 comments)

    understanding of sick day usage

Nov 29, 2023
5
Current Career Advisor in Ithaca, NY, New York State

Love that Cornell doesn't require you to be legally married to share benefits. They also provide some coverage/support for IVF and adoption, which is appreciated.

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Nov 29, 2023
5
Former Employee

As a large university, they offer great benefits. It makes it difficult to leave.

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Nov 15, 2023
5
Former Program Assistant in Ithaca, NY, New York State

Company gave good benefits and time off.

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Nov 14, 2023
5
Current Employee

Cornell offers excellent benefits, and I highly recommend working for them.

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Nov 13, 2023
5
Former Evening Supervisor in Ithaca, NY, New York State

Health insurance, sick leave, personal days

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Nov 9, 2023
5
Current Employee

Flexible time, you can choose to work from home

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Nov 8, 2023
5
Current Employee

Good company to work for

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Nov 17, 2023
4
Current Employee

Best in the county for sure

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Oct 22, 2023
4
Former Graduate Teaching Assistant in Ithaca, NY, New York State

health insurance (excluding dental) and school fees

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Oct 6, 2023
5
Current Reference Librarian in Ithaca, NY, New York State

Great benefits, including excellent healthcare options, retirement options, and tuition remission.

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