UNC Code Section 457(b) Plan
The University of North Carolina offers a voluntary 457(b) retirement plan. TIAA is the only vendor approved to manage the UNC retirement plans’ investment products. For more information about TIAA or their products, including investment options, services, and fees, you should review the information on this website or contact a company representative. You can also learn more about TIAA by watching the “Why TIAA” short video.Â
457(b) Plan Enrollment
Enrollment Process
Complete the Deferral Agreement form, online on the *UNC Empyrean (COMPASS) platform: UNC Empyrean (COMPASS) platform
Remember, you must submit/save the completed SDA on the Empyrean (COMPASS) platform before any contributions can be accepted into your account.
*Part-time and temporary employees should reach out to their HR Benefits Office for a paper SDA form, as well as those who wish to make a one-time deduction.
You can enroll in the program and select investments through TIAAÂ (click the link, select your UNC institution and then ENROLL NOW)
Enrollment Form
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Important Notices
Investment Performance
Plan and Legal Documents
457(b) Plan Archives
Important Notices
Investment Performance
Plan and Legal Documents

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