2027 Open Enrollment: October 27 - November 11
Update: 2027 Open Enrollment Date Change
In a message sent from the Division of People, Equity, and Culture in July 2026, it was communicated that the annual Open Enrollment period would run from October 20 through November 4, 2026. Due to the Workday Student project go-live, the 2027 Benefits Open Enrollment has been postponed one week, instead taking place October 27–November 11.
Plan documents for 2027 will be added to this page as they become available.
Important 2027 Updates
We are adjusting monthly premium contributions and updating our prescription drug cost-sharing structure to keep pace with rising pharmacy costs.
Estimated Monthly Premium Contributions
- Single: $172.17 (+$29.94 change)
- Dual: $334.02 (+$58.10 change)
- Family: $516.52 (+$89.84 change)
Estimated Prescription Drug Cost-Sharing
- Generic: $10
- Preferred Brand Name: $40
- Non-preferred Brand Name: $80
- Preferred Specialty: 20%, $100 max
- Non-preferred Specialty: 20%, $200 max
Refer to the July 2026 benefits update for more information.
To keep the HDHP sustainable, we are introducing a monthly premium contribution. We are also aligning the prescription drug cost-sharing structure with the PPO plan once your deductible has been met.
Estimated Monthly Premium Contributions
- Single: $28.34 (+$28.34 change)
- Dual: $54.98 (+$54.98 change)
- Family: $85.03 (+$85.03 change)
Estimated Prescription Drug Cost-Sharing
- Generic: $10
- Preferred Brand Name: $40
- Non-preferred Brand Name: $80
- Preferred Specialty: 20%, $100 max
- Non-preferred Specialty: 20%, $200 max
Refer to the July 2026 benefits update for more information.
While we have had to adjust cost-sharing on our medical plans, we are continuously looking for ways to add high-value, specialized care options that support your holistic well-being which are available to use now, including:
- Backpack Health : Pediatric and adolescent behavioral health support for children, teens, and families.
- Folx : Specialized, virtual healthcare and mental health services tailored for LGBTQIA+ individuals.
- Ayble : Personalized, clinical support for digestive health and GI conditions.
- Flowly: Virtual reality-backed therapy and support for chronic pain and anxiety management. Login to your member account for more information.
- Boulder Care : Compassionate, virtual support and treatment for opioid and alcohol use disorders.
To ensure faster and more secure access to your W-2 in January and 1095-C in March, you are encouraged to provide consent for electronic W-2 and 1095-C delivery.
- To update your W-2 delivery
method:
- Navigate to My Tax Documents
- Click the link above or go to your “Pay” app > select “My Tax Documents” > and select “Edit” under printing election
- Under Printing Election, click "Edit"
- Select "Receive electronic copy of my Year End Tax Documents"
- Click "OK" to submit your consent
- To update your 1095-C* delivery method:
- Navigate to your Workday profile
- Click "Actions"
- In the "Benefits" section, select "Change 1095-C Printing Election"
- Select "Receive electronic copy of 1095-C"
- Click "OK" to submit your consent
*For support, follow the How to Change Your 1095-C Delivery Method guide. If consent is not submitted, you will not receive a hard copy of your 1095-C unless you request a copy via email.
Review Your Benefit Options
Please note: 2027 documentation is being added as we receive it. All links that are bolded have been updated or are new for the 2027 year.
The 2026 information will remain until updated docs are received. Thank you for understanding.
2027 Plan Information
- Two-Page Full Benefit Summary (2027)
- GVSU High Deductible PPO Plan Summary (2027)
- GVSU Standard PPO Plan Summary (2027)
- Simplified Side-by-Side Plan Chart (2027)
- Full Two-Plan Comparison Chart (2027)
- "Might Pay/Must Pay" Comparison (2027)
- Dental Plan Benefit Summary (2027)
- Voluntary Vision Benefit Summary by VSP (2027)
- Payroll Deductions (2026)
- What's New in 2027 - PowerPoint (PDF)
If you are looking for information about GVSU's Retirement plans or would like to look at the plan documents, visit our Benefits in Retirement page.
What is Open Enrollment?
About Open Enrollment
The annual benefits open enrollment is your opportunity to take a closer look at your benefit options and update/verify your elections for the upcoming year, including:
- Dependent eligibility for GVSU tuition reduction and benefit plan coverage
- Your chosen medical plan
- Home address for W-2 purposes
- IRS re-election requirement for Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Life insurance beneficiary designation
- Optional: Sign up for Thrive at GVSU, a voluntary, confidential and free wellness coaching program
How to Complete Your Annual Open Enrollment
- Review your 2027 benefit options.
- Login to Workday and complete the "Open Enrollment Change" task.
- Click submit! If you do not submit your elections, we will be unable to make changes for the upcoming year.
Support
Questions?
For questions regarding your benefits or the open enrollment process, contact [email protected].
If you are experiencing any errors or having trouble submitting your benefit elections via Workday, please submit a Help Case.
Resources
- How to Complete Open Enrollment (Help Article)
- Completing Open Enrollment in Workday (Demo Video)
- Edit Your Completed Open Enrollment After Submitting (Help Article)