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The Stanford Contributory Retirement Plan (SCRP) is available to you based on your benefits-eligible status.

1. Read about plan benefits

For detailed information about the Stanford Contributory Retirement Plan (SCRP) download the SCRP Summary Plan Description. Note the most current plan description is dated February 2022.

2. Decide how much you can contribute

Download our before-tax calculator to decide how much you can contribute every year. Don't forget that we automatically match your contribution after your first year of service.

Learn more about Stanford's contributions.

3. Evaluate and select your investment funds

Read important information about investments offered in SCRP such as asset allocation, past fund performance and fees.

4. Make an appointment with a financial counselor

Financial counselors from our investment providers are available on campus to help you make investment decisions that will meet your financial goals.

Schedule an appointment

5. Enroll or change your elections

Login to My Retirement Savings to make or change your Stanford retirement elections or call 888-793-8733.