Benefits and Well-Being

How UMB Works for You

The University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to eligible employees. Health insurance and prescription drug benefit plans are available through the State of Maryland Employee Benefits Division. Our leave package, innovative wellness and support programs, and retirement planning resources are designed to help employees grow and thrive.

Rates and Schedules for 2025

Benefits Programs and Employee Perks

Explore UMB’s unique and exceptional benefits programs and employee perks, tailored to enhance your professional and personal life.

UMB Resources and Support

We’re Invested in Your Well-Being

UMB is committed to providing you with work-life balance and wellness resources to enhance your job performance, professional growth, and health and well-being. You can tailor your engagement by participating in activities and programs that align with your well-being goals. 

Wellness Support at UMB 

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Benefit and Retirement Vendor Contact Info

Effective Dates of Benefits Coverage

Coverage will begin on the first of the month following the start date of a new hire or the “Qualifying Event” date (such as marriage, loss of coverage, divorce, etc.). Effective dates for newborns will be adjusted to the actual date of birth. Employees will be billed by the state of Maryland back to their effective date of coverage.

Coverage will terminate on the last day of the month in which an employee separates from employment. If the employee has not had sufficient deductions through the end of the month in which they were covered, the state of Maryland will bill employees who have separate employment.