Retirement solutions
Ensuring today. Securing tomorrow.
For over 100 years institutions have come to TIAA to design retirement plans that make a difference for their employees. Together, we can deliver retirement solutions that help drive better outcomes for your organization and your employees.
We are #1
We are the #1 defined contributions asset manager in the 403(b) market.1
$316B in total assets2
TIAA is one of the largest general accounts of any U.S. life insurer.3,4
Who we serve
We partner with leaders in higher education, healthcare and government to build innovative retirement programs.
Your partner
Combining expertise, innovative solutions and dedicated service
Plan management
When it comes to record keeping, we work around the clock to ensure your job is easier. Not harder.
Solutions to fit any need
Guide your employees to and through retirement with the help of our investment solutions.
Always innovating
We’re continuously innovating to meet the needs of our clients and their participants.
Participant engagement
Boost financial confidence with our educational programs designed to help participants succeed.
Thought leadership
Delivering industry intelligence through research and insights
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Adapt for what’s next
Nonprofits are facing enormous headwinds. We get real about how TIAA can help them navigate financial uncertainty and support the workers who deliver purpose for institutions.
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What to watch for in 2026
We surveyed 300 nonprofits about government policy, retirement plan menus, financial headwinds and employee retention. Their plans for 2026 demonstrate remarkable resilience.
Case study
How one state university solved for retirement income
Metropolitan State University (MSU) of Denver has always strived to overachieve when delivering higher education retirement benefits for its plan participants.
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Investing for the future with alternatives
We sat down with TIAA GA's head of real estate and alts to talk about what makes their investment process unique.
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1 Based on data in PLANSPONSOR magazine’s 2025 PLANSPONSOR 403(b) Market Survey, released June 24, 2025.
2 As of December 31, 2024.
3 Financial Strength: As of December 31, 2025, TIAA General Account total assets ($316.3B) reflect the merger between Teachers Insurance and Annuity Association of America (TIAA) and TIAA-CREF Life Insurance Company (TC Life). Total TIAA assets $380.4 billion. Total TIAA assets include, in addition the the General Account, separately managed accounts such as the real estate account and TIAA Stable value. Total statutory capital is composed of capital and surplus, and asset valuation reserve for TIAA.
4 TIAA is ranked number 2, according to SNL Financial, as of Dec. 31, 2023.
This material is for informational or educational purposes only and is not fiduciary investment advice, or a securities, investment strategy, or insurance product recommendation. This material does not consider an individual’s own objectives or circumstances which should be the basis of any investment decision.
Any guarantees under annuities issued by TIAA are subject to TIAA’s claims-paying ability.