Open enrollment for 2026 employee health benefits is Oct. 1-31
Friday, Oct. 3, 2025
Open enrollment for 2026 employee health benefits officially began on Oct. 1 and runs through the end of the month. Now is K-State employees' annual opportunity to review current benefits, explore available options and make any necessary changes for the upcoming year.
Whether employees are updating coverage or keeping things the same, completing the enrollment process is required. Employees are encouraged to enroll early to avoid any last-minute issues.
To help you make informed decisions, be sure to check out the following resources:
- Watch this short video to see what changes the State Employee Health Plan, or SEHP, has in store for 2026.
- View the 2026 Enrollment Guide to learn more about your benefits through the SEHP.
- Visit the K-State Open Enrollment webpage for details of what's changed for 2026.
- Register for live open enrollment webinars or drop by an in-person help session.
- Use ALEX, a virtual tool that helps you make benefits decisions.
If you have questions, please contact your HR liaison or email benefits@k-state.edu.