Time Off & Leaves

Time to recharge and take care of what matters to you

We understand that a balanced life leads to a fulfilling career. That’s why we offer a generous holiday schedule, paid time off (PTO), and robust leave policies that support your well-being.

View IU’s holiday calendar

PTO for exempt staff

Find out how much PTO you earn per month, when you can use it, and how to use our ePTO system.

PTO for non-exempt staff

Learn how you earn vacation and income protection (sick) days, as well as other circumstances that may warrant approved time off.

Family leave

If you are an eligible employee, the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) provides up to 12 weeks of absence for family and medical reasons, as well as military service.

Parental leave

If you have worked as a full-time, non-temporary employee for a year or more, you can qualify for six weeks of paid leave upon the birth or adoption of a child.

If you are a living donor

If you are donating bone marrow, an organ, or part of an organ, you may qualify for Paid Living Donor Leave (PLDL).

Volunteer service leave

Staff employees who participate in an IU-sponsored volunteer event qualify for one day of volunteer paid leave per calendar year.

Leaves for military service

Leave procedures for training and active duty if you are serving in the uniformed services of the United States, including the Indiana National Guard reserves.

Leave without pay

A discretionary leave of absence without pay may be authorized in advance, for 30 or more calendar days, up to a maximum of one year.

Taking leave for a commercial opportunity

IU provides basic personnel and benefit program protections for employees who take an approved leave to work with a third party on a startup or other commercialization opportunity,

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