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Welcome to the Universities Superannuation Scheme

Working with Higher Education employers to build a secure financial future for our members and their families

What type of member are you?

Understand the ins and outs of your pension and what you get

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Keep on top of your benefits and savings for your future

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Find out what happens when you leave and what your options are

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What happens when you’re receiving your benefits

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News & information

  • 15 July 2026

    Latest valuation finds USS is in a very strong position

    USS’s funding position has continued to improve since its last valuation in 2023, which showed a surplus after more than a decade of reporting deficits.

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  • 15 July 2026

    Understanding our hedging strategy

    In this article, we explain what liability hedging is, how it helps manage the Scheme’s funding position, and how we set hedge ratios.

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  • 29 June 2026

    USS announces changes to USSL and USSIM Boards

    Dame Kate Barker will stand down as Chair of Universities Superannuation Scheme in July 2027, just shy of completing her final term, as part of carefully scheduled succession planning.

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