If you are a student traveling abroad who is in need of a travel medical insurance plan, you may already know that International Student Insurance offers a popular option that provides excellent coverage at a great price – the Atlas Travel plan. Recently we have made the entire online application process even better by introducing […]
Insurance Explained Category
Blog posts that explain insurance terminology and features.
International Student Insurance Introduced a New Online Application
November 17th, 2012 by ahoontrakulHow to Renew or Extend your Student Secure Plan
August 25th, 2012 by ahoontrakulIf you are an international student, there is a high likelihood that you will be studying for more than just one year. Our Student Secure plan for international student is a great option if you plan to study outside your home country. If you already have our plan and find that you need additional coverage, […]
How to Find a Doctor to go to as an International Student
July 28th, 2012 by ahoontrakulIf you are an international student in the US and have either our Student Secure or our Atlas Travel Medical plan with us, you know that you are covered if you ever get sick or injured while in the United States. However, you may wonder how to find a doctor to go to in case […]
Accidental Death and Dismemberment Benefit
May 25th, 2012 by Bryanna DavisInjuries and illnesses are usually not planned occurrences which is why many individuals purchase insurance. Although it might seem hard to prepare for the worst, often, it is a relief to the individual in the aftermath when they have come prepared to an unplanned situation. If you are looking for an international health insurance plan […]
Benefit Period
April 6th, 2012 by Bryanna DavisFinding international student health insurance can be a daunting task for many students. Between meeting school requirements and understanding all of the terms, things can get confusing. One term that often raises questions is the benefit period. Many students assume that the benefit period refers to the entire effective period of a plan. In actuality, […]
Repatriation of Remains and Emergency Medical Evacuation
February 9th, 2012 by Bryanna DavisMost international students run into the same problem when shopping for international student health insurance. Since many schools require their international students to have repatriation of remains and emergency medical evacuation coverage, this is a key item when they are searching for coverage, but they are often unsure exactly what this benefit is or how much […]
Find a Doctor in the US
January 26th, 2012 by ahoontrakulIt’s the New Year’s and you have discovered that you can purchase our more affordable insurance plan instead of your university’s plan. As an international student, you may wonder to yourself, “how do I find a doctor in the US?” or “can I visit any doctor I want to?” Whether you have purchased our Student […]
What is the Difference Between Trip cancellation and Trip Interruption Insurance
November 18th, 2011 by ahoontrakulLet’s say you are planning to study abroad in the near future and you paid your tour cost, your plane ticket, etc. What would happen if you no longer can go on your trip? What would happen to your money for your plan/ train ticket that you already paid for? This is where trip cancellation […]
International Student Health Insurance in Taiwan
September 23rd, 2011 by ahoontrakulAccording to the CIA World Fact Book, Taiwan has an estimated GDP real growth rate of 10.8% placing it at number 4 compared to the rest of the world (2010). Taiwan has one of the most dynamic economies in the world but is often an overlooked destination for student studying abroad. However, this country is […]
