International Students in the USA Category

Blog posts that address insurance issues of importance for international students studying in the USA.

5 Steps to Waive Your School’s Group Insurance Plan

July 13th, 2018 by Jennifer Frankel

If you will be an international student in the US, then chances are your school has certain health insurance requirements to make sure you are properly protected. In this blog, we will walk you step-by-step on how you can save money, find a plan specific to your needs, and waive your school’s group insurance plan:

Insurance Options for Dual Citizens of the United States

March 23rd, 2018 by Yessica Prato

As a dual citizen you can enjoy the benefits of not going through the process of obtaining a student visa, you are required to fulfill the responsibilities of a US citizen. So even if you’ve never been to the US, having US citizenship will automatically change the way you qualify and obtain a health insurance.

Drug and Alcohol Awareness for International Students

February 14th, 2018 by Leah Hammond

For many students, going away to college will be the first time you are away from the familiarity of being with your family and friends. While this can be a very exciting time, moving your entire life to a new city, state, or even a new country can be a nerve-wracking experience. To cope with […]

HIPAA and Privacy Laws in the US

January 12th, 2018 by Jennifer Frankel

Many people would agree that medical information should be confidential, and in the US, there are laws that govern what information can be given out to third parties. This law, called HIPAA (or Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act), protects the “privacy and security of certain health information.” If you have ever had medical treatment […]

Announcing The 2017 Travel Video Contest Winners

November 23rd, 2017 by Sutherland Beever

Can you believe that it’s time to announce this year’s Travel Video Contest winners already? Over 100 international students from all over the world spent countless hours this year creating quality video submissions for the InternationalStudent.com contest – all with the hopes of taking home the prized title of grand prize winner. Unfortunately, only one […]

Sexual Assault Awareness and Safety Training for International Students

November 10th, 2017 by Yessica Prato

We have partnered with RAINN, the nation’s largest anti-sexual violence organization, to develop a training program to help schools educate their international students on sexual assault, consent, staying safe, and bystander intervention.

The Ins and Outs of Pre-existing Conditions

October 20th, 2017 by Yessica Prato

If you are an international student or traveler, we recommend that you have a health insurance plan in case there is an accident or you suffer an illness and need to seek medical attention. When it comes to choosing an insurance plan, there are many important aspects that you should consider while you travel abroad. […]

Insurance Carrier Ratings and Why They Matter

September 19th, 2017 by Leah Hammond

The rating of the insurance carrier shows the financial strength and stability of the company, and their ability to pay for eligible medical claims. To help with making your decision, we will explain insurance carrier ratings and why they matter, the different credit rating agencies, and the ratings of the plans we offer at International Student Insurance.

The 2017 Travel Video Contest is Now Open!

September 6th, 2017 by Sutherland Beever

The Travel Video Contest on InternationalStudent.com is back and ready to help even more international students reach their dreams! To enter this year’s contest, all you need is a bit of ambition, the desire to travel or study abroad, some decent videotaping equipment, and the editing software of your choice.  Odds are, you already have been […]

How To File An Insurance Claim and What To Expect

August 15th, 2017 by Jennifer Frankel

If you have an international student insurance plan, then you will need to file an insurance claim with your carrier to either get reimbursed for expenses you paid upfront, or to make sure the provider gets paid. Like most private insurance plans, this is not done automatically, so there are a few steps you’ll want […]

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