The University of North Carolina System
The University of North Carolina System FAQ
Have questions about working at The University of North Carolina System? Read answers to frequently asked questions to help you make a choice before applying to a job or accepting a job offer.
Whether it's about compensation and benefits, culture and diversity, or you're curious to know more about the work environment, find out from employees what it's like to work at The University of North Carolina System.
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October 13, 2020
What are perks and other benefits like at The University of North Carolina System?
Pros
Often work on a team that is truly collaborative and supportive. Some positions have a little bit of room for experimentation and innovations. Working in a University environment provides the chance to work with creative and interesting staff and students.
Cons
There is a bureaucracy for *everything* and it slows down a lot of work. Salaries aren't competitive with what you could get in the private sector (but there are other advantages that offset the pay issue). Benefits are State of NC benefits and aren't great. Though the State Pension System is one of the better run ones in the country.
Benefits are State of NC benefits and aren't great.
October 13, 2020
September 15, 2020
What is health insurance like at The University of North Carolina System?
Pros
Resources and facilities are great Health insurance is great
Cons
Culture and work-life balance are challenging
Health insurance is great
September 15, 2020
March 22, 2020
Does The University of North Carolina System offer tuition reimbursement?
Pros
They pay your tuition cost.
Cons
The salary is 40% below the poverty rate.
They pay your tuition cost.
March 22, 2020
June 15, 2020
Does The University of North Carolina System offer health savings accounts?
Pros
Great opportunities to participate in your work community if your boss lets you participate
Cons
Your experience here is completely dictated by what boss you have. If you work in an office where your boss doesn't like to let you participate in things, you will feel isolated and enjoy working there much less. In addition, cost of health insurance for a family is extremely expensive, and doesn't cover that much! The salary also isn't that great.
In addition, cost of health insurance for a family is extremely expensive, and doesn't cover that much!
June 15, 2020
May 15, 2021
Does The University of North Carolina System offer unlimited time off?
Pros
University system is easy to understand and fun to be a part of. Benefits are fine. Paid vacation, sick leave and time off to deal with child/school related things.
Cons
Raises and parking are almost impossible to get.
Paid vacation, sick leave and time off to deal with child/school related things.
May 15, 2021
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