TO: All Principal Investigators and Fiscal Administrators
The Research Corporation of the University of Hawai'i (RCUH) is announcing updates to the RCUH Fringe Benefits Schedule for Fiscal Year July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2027. The following fringe rates have changed from the prior fiscal year:
| Fringe Benefit Type | Fiscal Year 25-26 Rate July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2026 | NEW Fiscal Year 26-27 Rate July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2027 | Change |
| Vacation Payout Reserve | 0.80% | 1.00 % | + 0.20% |
| Unused Sick Leave Payout Reserve | 0.33% | 0.24% | (- 0.09%) |
| Long Term Disability Insurance | 0.179% | 0.149% | (-0.03%) |
| Long Term Care Insurance | Benefit terminated effective 04/01/2026 | 0.00% | (-0.26%) |
Health Insurance (medical and dental) rates will be updated for the new fiscal year (starting July 1, 2026). Please refer to the RCUH Monthly Health Insurance Premium Rate Sheet for health insurance monthly premium rates which are applicable effective July 1, 2026 (coming soon as of March 30, 2026). Actual fringe rate charged varies based on individual’s plan availability, and election.
The complete Fringe Benefits Schedule is posted on the RCUH Home Page > Resources > Policies, Forms & Documents > Policy 3.510 Fringe Benefits
RCUH notice of changes to Group Long-Term Care (GLTC) policy administration
Questions? Contact RCUH Human Resources Department for more information:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (808) 956-7055
