Open Enrollment Is Here: Review Your Benefits by October 31, 2026

October 1 - 31, 2026 | Changes Effective January 1, 2027

Open Enrollment is underway, and now is the time to review your health care, dental, vision, and other benefit elections for the upcoming plan year. While many employees simply roll over their current elections, your personal circumstances, health care needs, providers, prescriptions, and costs may have changed over the past year.

The choices you make during Open Enrollment can impact both your coverage and your out-of-pocket expenses throughout 2027. We encourage all APSA members to take a few minutes to review the available plans, compare options, and take advantage of the resources provided by MSU Benefits.

Open Enrollment Resources

Open Enrollment Landing Pagehttps://hr.msu.edu/open-enrollment/

• Your primary source for Open Enrollment information.

• Use the navigation menu to access benefit plan details, comparison information, FAQs, enrollment instructions, and additional resources.

Benefits Fair Information

Benefits Fair Detailshttps://hr.msu.edu/open-enrollment/benefits-fair.html

• Meet directly with benefit providers and representatives.

• Attend educational presentations, including Delta Dental sessions and other benefits-related topics.

• Schedule your annual flu shot appointment and learn about wellness resources.

• Get answers to questions before making your enrollment decisions.

Benefits Provider Resources

Provider Resourceshttps://hr.msu.edu/open-enrollment/provider-resources.html

• Access provider-specific information, plan highlights, and educational materials.

• A valuable resource for employees who are unable to attend the Benefits Fair.

• Review plan summaries, provider networks, and other tools to help you make informed decisions.

Don't Wait Until the Last Minute

Open Enrollment ends October 31, 2026. Waiting until the final days can create unnecessary stress and limit the time available to research plan options or resolve questions.

Take advantage of the resources above and complete your review early.

Your benefits are an important part of your total compensation package. Spending a few minutes now can help ensure you and your family have the coverage that best meets your needs for the coming year.

Make your selections by October 31, 2026, for coverage effective January 1, 2027.