Leaves of Absence
When you need to spend more than three consecutive days away from work, it's considered a leave of absence, unless you are taking planned vacation. We provide many types of leave for these occasions.
All benefits-eligible staff and faculty who work 50% time or more in a fixed term or continuing position, and bargaining unit employees are eligible to take leaves of absence.*
Review the options below to learn more about the types of leave, benefits and income protection, and steps for going on leave.
*Temps and casuals paid through Stanford may also be eligible; talk with your HR Representative about your leave options.

Disability Leave
Disability is a type of leave for your own, non-work related illness or injury.
Learn about Disability Leave
Family Care & Parental Bonding Leave
Care for an immediate family member suffering from a serious health condition or bond with your newborn, foster child or adopted child.
Learn about Leave
Maternity Leave
Pregnancy-related leave includes pre-partum and post-partum disability leave, as well as bonding time.
Learn about Maternity Leave
Other Types of Leave
Other types of leave include military, personal, sabbatical and more.
View other types of Leave
Income Replacement
There are several ways to keep some or all of your normal income on leave including disability insurance payments and salary continuation.
Learn about Income Replacement
Your Benefits on Leave
Information about what happens to your health, life and retirement benefits during the time you are away.
View Leave Benefits
Steps for Taking Leave
Comprehensive steps to ensure your leave of absence goes smoothly.
View Steps