Wake Forest University offers a generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
program that includes competitive accrual rates, holiday schedules, and a dedicated Personal Observance Day. To learn more, review the University’s Paid Time Off policy.
PTO Amount
Five weeks (25 days) if employed by the University less than five years; six weeks (30 days) if employed by the University five years or more, but less than 10 years; seven weeks (35 days) if employed by the University 10 or more years.
Graylyn has a different PTO accrual rate.
PTO Uses
Vacations, non-work related short-term injuries/illnesses of five days or less, personal business, family care, other needs.
Reynolda Campus Holidays
The Reynolda Campus observes 18 paid staff holidays as well as one Personal Observance Day per year to be used at their discretion for any day of personal significant.
Graylyn and Reynolda House observe separate holiday schedules.
Personal Observance Day
Wake Forest also offers a Personal Observance Day to help eligible staff observe days of personal or religious significance. This flexible, one-day paid leave supports an inclusive environment by allowing employees to choose which traditions to celebrate. For more information, view the Administrative Leave Policy and the Reynolda Campus Holiday Schedule.
2026 Benefits Guidebook
The 2026 Benefits Guidebook for Faculty and Staff outlines benefits specific to the Jan. 1 through Dec. 31, 2026, plan year. The information included in the guidebook is intended as a benefit summary only.
Wake Forest University Human Resources
P.O. Box 7424, Winston-Salem, NC 27109
askHR@wfu.edu | P 336.758.4700 | F 336.758.6127