Time Away & Accommodations
At National University, we offer a variety of paid time off benefits, along with leaves of absence and workplace accommodations to support your well-being and life events. Whether you’re planning a vacation, caring for family, or managing a health need, you’ll find the resources, tools, and guidance to help you navigate your options with confidence.
Quick Links: Time off | Holidays | Leaves of Absence | Accommodations
Paid Time Off (PTO)
The Available Types of Time Off Chart below provides an overview of the time off options offered by the University, based on your employment classification. For details, please refer to the HR Policies Manual.
Paid Sick Leave (PSL)
Eligible full-time Staff and Faculty accrue PSL on the date of hire. PSL cannot be used before it is accrued.
Paid Vacation
Full-time Staff begin to accrue vacation upon hire and are eligible to take vacation after completing 30 days of continuous employment.
Paid Holidays
Active full and part-time Staff and full-time Faculty receive a total of 11 paid holidays per year plus Winter Recess (the dates between Christmas and New Year's).
Leaves of Absence (LOA)
At National University, we understand that life happens, and we’re here to support you when you need time away. If you need to be out for more than five (5) consecutive workdays for a reason other than vacation, such as caring for your own or a qualified family member’s serious health condition, bonding with a new child, or fulfilling military service, you may be eligible for a Leave of Absence (LOA).
Active NU Employees (with SSO access)
For details on Leaves of Absence (LOA), including certification forms, policies, and process guides, please visit the Time Away & Accommodations SharePoint. Access requires National University employee Single Sign-On (SSO) credentials.
NU Employees Currently on Leave (no SSO access)
If you are currently on leave and need assistance or have questions, please email confidentialbenefits@nu.edu for support.
Reasonable Accommodations
Employees who need a workplace accommodation, whether related to a medical condition, religious belief or practice, ergonomic need, or lactation, or other workplace circumstance, may request an accommodation at any time.
- Visit the Time Away & Accommodations SharePoint to learn more about the process and access forms (SSO login required).
- If you need assistance or you're unable to access SharePoint, please email confidentialbenefits@nu.edu.
Confidentiality Notice: All medical information obtained in connection with an accommodation request will be kept confidential and maintained separately from personnel files.