UCI Human Resources | Financial Wellness

Financial Counseling

One-on-one financial counseling services to help employees solve immediate financial concerns and financial coaching services to help set goals for the future.

Fidelity 1:1 Consultation

Get free personalized 1:1 help from a UC-dedicated Fidelity Workplace Financial Consultant by phone or in person. Call 1-800-558-9182 or click here to schedule a one-on-one appointment. Consultations available in over 140 languages.

Life Resources Program Financial Experts

Through the Life Resources Program, ComPsych® GuidanceResources® Online provides financial resources including on-demand trainings and videos, articles, quizzes, and tools for taxes, financial planning, homes, credit cards and hardship. Access GuidanceResources Online at guidanceresources.com. First time users, click "Register" and use organization web ID: UCILRP.

On-site Drop-in Help Desks

Our financial partners at Fidelity and University Credit Union are on-site throughout the year at many of our UC Irvine and UCI Health locations for drop-in support. Stop by when you see them learn more.

Financial Education

In-person or virtual financial education classes and seminars led by financial experts on topics of interest, like smart investing or easy ways to save.

Fidelity Financial Webinars

Learn about your UC retirement benefits and manage your financial life — from everyday money matters to growing and protecting the life you've built. See Live Fidelity webinar calendar. Request a class for your department meeting.

Life Resources Program Financial Resources

Employee Discounts

The employee discount program can help employees save money and improve their overall financial well-being by offering reduced prices on a wide variety of activities and services.

UC Irvine and UCI Health Employee Discounts

Our community of employees and retirees have exclusive access to a variety of discounts on activities and services.

Savings & Spending Accounts

Many accounts let you save on your taxes by taking money from your paycheck each month to cover certain expenses, but they have different purposes, rules and deadlines. Explore the many tax savings and spending options available to you.

Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (DepCare FSA)
Health Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Health Savings Account (HSA)
ScholarShare 529 College Savings Plan
University Credit Union

Retirement Planning

One of the most important benefits of working at UCI is the opportunity to save toward your retirement. The decisions you make now will have a long-term impact. It’s never too early or too late to start planning.

UCI Benefits: Retirement Education and Support

The resources and support provided by the UCI Benefits team are designed to educate and help you make informed choices. Explore upcoming workshops, help desks and resources.

My UC Retirement

A central site dedicated to providing you tools and resources to help you prepare for a successful retirement, no matter your life stage or financial situation.

Emergency Support

UCI offers various emergency support resources for its employees, including access to emergency funds, support for essential needs, benefits plan assistance, and more.

Employee Relief Fund Donations

Allows all UC Irvine and UCI Health employees an opportunity to help co-workers in need. The UCI Employee Relief Fund provides financial assistance and resource recommendations for employees who are experiencing an immediate, severe and temporary financial situation due to an emergency or unforeseen or unavoidable event. This fund is 100% donation driven. If you would like to support your fellow employees, consider contributing to the Employee Relief Fund. Details on how employees can access assistance will be shared as funds become available. Donate Now

UCI Staff Housing Assistance Program

Aids UC Irvine and UCI Health Staff experiencing an acute, incident-based housing crisis. Offered in conjunction with UCI Human Resources, the UCI Staff Housing Assistance Program is a confidential program intended to provide short-term, emergency-based support.

UCI Catastrophic Leave Donation Program (log in required)

Allows the continuation of salary and benefits for an eligible employee who has exhausted all paid leave due to a serious illness or injury or because the employee is caring for a seriously ill family member. The program relies on the donation of vacation leave by the employee's colleagues.

UC Emergency Loan Program

As of March 2021, the University of California has contracted with University Credit Union to provide an Emergency Loan Program to UC employees. UCU has UC negotiated interest rates, are in complete compliance with the Truth in Lending requirements and will provide online application tools for employees to directly apply for emergency loans.

University Credit Union Member Resources

UCU is the exclusive banking partner for the UCI community. As a UC Irvine or UCI Health employee, you have access to become a member and take advantage of all that UCU has to offer.