Women & Money
It's time to demand
more from your money.
Take a few minutes now to learn how the UC Retirement System can help you make your money a priority. Here you'll find podcasts and videos from women for women, financial articles, and detailed checklists to help navigate your busy life.
Women Talk Money
Did you know women face a different reality when it comes to money? Longevity, student debt, and career breaks are just a few differences. The Women Talk Money community is here to help you plan, save, and invest in a way that takes these realities into consideration – and, together, work to close the wealth gap. Join today!
Check out Women Talk Money Events
Our free, live Q&As focus on the factors that impact women financially (living longer, the pay gap, career breaks, invisible labor, and more), and how you can potentially grow your savings with high interest or investing.
- Learn steps to start planning and saving for the future you want. Watch Fidelity’s Women Talk Money team, renowned chef and Emmy-nominated producer Padma Lakshmi, and award-winning actress and producer Viola Davis, in our Women’s History Month Series. Watch Now.
- You can now watch Women Talk Money's Fall Event Series kickoff with Tracee Ellis Ross on demand! Watch now.
Starting with the right information can make all the difference.
These articles, videos, and webcasts offer practical information to help you live well financially, today and tomorrow.
Retirement Income Calculator
Explore ways to see how much money you could have every month using a mix of predictable income and savings.
EXPLOREUnderstanding Your Budget: Activity Worksheet
Use this helpful worksheet to understand your spending activity so you can plan for ways to save.
STARTAttend a Lunch Webinar from Your Desk
Learn about your UC retirement benefits and managing your finances.
SCHEDULEKnow the value of your UC primary retirement benefits.
Did you know that just 25 percent of American workers participate in a pension plan? Because a pension plan provides guaranteed retirement income for as long as you live, it’s one of the most valuable benefits an employer can offer. And you have access to one through UC.
* "Worker Participation in Employer-Sponsored Pensions: Data in Brief," Congressional Research Service. November 23, 2021.
Investing based on your principles.
If you want to put your money where it matters, we have good news. The UC Retirement Savings Program—UC’s 403(b), 457(b), and DC Plans—gives you access to investments that are socially responsible.
Get help from a professional.
UC contracts with Fidelity Investments to provide complimentary one-on-one guidance. Talk to a UC-dedicated workplace financial consultant to discuss your needs—from basic budgeting to retirement planning. For your convenience, there are several meeting options:
- Schedule a phone or Zoom one-on-one with a local UC-dedicated workplace financial consultant.
- Call 800-558-9182 Monday–Friday, 5:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m. PT.
Tip: Read the UC Alert about misleading financial advisor solicitations that appear to be endorsed by UC.
More helpful resources.
UC Retirement System
In this webinar, you will learn how to make the most of your money today, so you can do a whole lot more tomorrow.
NetBenefits.com
View your UC Retirement Savings Program—403(b), 457(b), and DC Plan—account details, including balances, contributions, and investments.
Retirement Review
See a personalized estimate of how much you are on track to receive in retirement from UC sources. (Login required)
Systemwide Advisory Committee on the Status of Women
Learn about the coordinating body for all University locations on status of women issues.
Life Events
Explore resources for navigating major life changes.