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UTSaver DCP 457(b)
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- Group Benefits Handbook [PDF]
- University of Texas System DCP Policy [PDF]
- UTSaver Programs Comparison [PDF]
- Approved Providers
- Fund Performance
- UT System Investment Policy Statement [PDF]
- UTRetirement Manager
- UTRetirement Manager Quick Reference Guide [PDF]
- Purchase/Change Agreement [PDF]
- Special Catch-up Provision Agreement [PDF]
- Transfer Verification Form [PDF]
- Purchase Agreement for Annual Leave Deferral [PDF]
- Review My Estimated Voluntary Retirement Programs Contribution Limits*
- Retirement Provider Appointments at HRS
- Services Currently Available to UT System Retirement Plan Participants [PDF]
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Contact Info
The UTSaver Deferred Compensation Plan is a 457(b) voluntary retirement program that allows you to save additional income for retirement through pre-tax contributions that will reduce your taxable income. As investments grow, the earnings are tax-deferred until funds are withdrawn. The program does not include an employer contribution. Contributions are made through payroll deduction and may be invested in fixed or variable annuities or mutual funds with the approved providers.
Beginning January 1, 2008, upon separation you can defer all or a portion of your unused annual-leave payment to your DCP account, not to exceed your maximum contribution limit. You must submit the Purchase Agreement for Annual Leave Deferral [PDF] to the HRSC no later than your last day of employment to take advantage of this opportunity.
Learn more about turning your annual leave payout into retirement savings.
Eligibility
All employees are eligible to participate.
Contributions
You can get started for as little as $20 per month or contribute as much as 100% of your eligible compensation, not to exceed your maximum contribution limit per calendar year.
| Year | Regular Contribution Limit | Age 50+ Catch-up* | Special Catch-up** |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | $16,500 | $5,500 | $16,500 |
| 2012 | $17,000 | $5,500 | $17,000 |
*You must be 50 years old or older during the calendar year of your participation.
**You must be within three years of normal retirement age and must have unused elective deferrals for the previous years in which you were eligible to participate in a 457(b) plan. Contact HRSC for this calculation. This catch-up may not be used during the calendar year in which you retire
The Age 50 Catch-up and the Special Catch-up may not be used simultaneously during any calendar year.
You can participate in both UTSaver plans simultaneously. The contribution limits for each UTSaver program are separate.
UTSaver Programs Comparison [PDF]
Enrollment
- Review your estimated contribution limit online
- Contact HRSC to request a special catch-up calculation if you would like to use this option
- Select one or more approved providers for your DCP participation
- Complete account applications for the providers you selected and submit directly to the provider
- Submit the Special Catch-up Provision Agreement [PDF], if applicable, to HRSC
- Log into UTRetirement Manager and select “DCP Enroll/Change”
Making Changes
It's possible to increase, decrease or stop your contributions at any time. You may also redirect your contributions to another approved provider. Any of these changes can be accomplished in UTRetirement Manager, or by submitting the Purchase/Change Agreement [PDF]. If you'd also like to transfer the existing funds to the new approved provider, you'll need to complete the Transfer Verification Form [PDF], which HRSC must also sign.
Contact your provider directly if you want to change how your funds are invested.
