Salary Spread
What is Salary Spread?
Salary Spread is an option, authorized by the IRS, that allows eligible faculty and staff to spread their nine-month academic salary over 12 months. At TXST, this is done by withholding 25% of each paycheck during the nine-month academic year. The withheld amount is then used to provide paychecks during the three summer months, ensuring a monthly income throughout the year.
Eligibility for Election of Salary Spread:
To be eligible for the Salary Spread option, employees must meet the following criteria:
- The employee must hold a regular nine-month appointment.
- The online election form must be completed, signed, and submitted before the first day of class for the fall semester. For Fall 2025, the first class day is August 25.
Please Note: Employees with a May 15 contract end date will receive a reduced paycheck on June 1, as it reflects a reduced payment for only the first half of May. For more details on academic appointment dates, please visit Faculty and Academic Resources website – Academic Appointment Dates (November 2024 Updates).
What will salary spread look like for me?
Salary Spread elections or spread cancellations take effect on September 1. To estimate your pay under the Salary Spread option for this fiscal year, please review the Salary Spread Simulation Tool.
To elect or cancel your salary spread, please log in and complete the online Salary Spread form below.
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Salary Spread FAQ
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Who is eligible for salary spread?
The employee must hold a regular, nine-month appointment.
The online election form must be signed and submitted before the first day of class for the fall semester. For Fall 2025 the first class day is August 25th.
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Can I cancel or add salary spread once the new fiscal year has begun?
No, unfortunately, updates to salary spread cannot be made after the first-class day.
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If I have a May 15th contract end date, will I receive a reduced paycheck on June 1st?
Yes, employees will receive a reduced paycheck on June 1st as it reflects payment for only the first half of May.
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Can I calculate what my spread will look like?
Yes, salary elections or spread cancellations take effect on September 1st. To estimate your pay under the Salary Spread option for this fiscal year, please review the Salary Spread Simulation Tool.
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