Voluntary Retirement Program (VRP)
Brandeis University is introducing a Voluntary Retirement Program (VRP) for faculty and staff who may be considering retirement. This program is designed to offer a generous benefit to eligible employees who choose to participate, with approval from the university, while supporting our long-term strategic vision and ensuring continued strength and resilience for years to come.
Across higher education, voluntary retirement programs are increasingly common. While each institution’s approach differs, they share a common purpose: to steward resources responsibly and invest in the future. At Brandeis, this is one way we can align our resources with our evolving academic and operational priorities while supporting our colleagues and teams through this transition with the care and respect they deserve.
The program is being offered for a limited time only, and participation is entirely voluntary. We understand that the decision to retire is a deeply personal one, and our goal is to offer flexibility, clarity, and support to those considering this next chapter. The university will host information sessions to further explain the program and answer questions.
Eligible employees who wish to participate in the VRP must submit a signed and dated Voluntary Retirement Program Application (VRP Application) to the Office of Human Resources on or before 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time on December 3, 2025.
Original signed documents must be submitted to the Office of Human Resources.
For complete program details, including eligibility requirements, incentives, and other plan provisions, please review the Plan Document and FAQs.
Information sessions are being held on the following dates and times: Please register here.
Staff Sessions
Faculty Sessions
For questions about this program, please email VRPSupport@brandeis.edu.
VRP Application
Eligible employees who wish to participate in the VRP must submit a signed and dated Voluntary Retirement Program Application (VRP Application) to the Office of Human Resources on or before 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time on December 3, 2025.
Original signed documents must be submitted to the Office of Human Resources. The Office of Human Resources will make a copy of the submitted VRP application for each employee.
If an employee wishes to participate in the VRP but cannot physically access the Office of Human Resources by 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time on December 3, 2025, the employee may email a signed application to VRPsupport@brandeis.edu by 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time on December 3, 2025 for the purposes of meeting the program deadline only. However, this emailed application must be followed up with the original copy of the VRP application submitted to the Office of Human Resources.