As an international student studying in the United States, your US school most likely requires that you present proof of adequate health insurance coverage before you are allowed to enroll in your classes. While dealing with all the worry and stress that comes with choosing a health insurance plan, you may be wondering, “ Why […]
International Student Health Insurance Category
Blog posts that address health insurance for students around the world.
Why Does Insurance Matter to Me?
August 17th, 2013 by Jennifer FrankelWhat is Student Insurance?
June 14th, 2013 by Bryanna DavisPursuing a higher education abroad allows individuals to not only gain insight into concepts of the educational world that may have never otherwise never been conceived, but to also experience the everyday unknown. For many, it’s the chance to live away from home, develop new relationships and discover what path in life they want to […]
Health Insurance for International Students in New Zealand
May 10th, 2013 by Bryanna DavisHave you thought about studying in New Zealand? If so, you’re in good company. In the 2010/2011 academic year, 2900 US students studied abroad in New Zealand according to the latest “open doors” report, but students from around the world have been choosing to make New Zealand their host country and rightfully so. New Zealand […]
Health Insurance for International Students at Palm Beach State College
April 26th, 2013 by Bryanna DavisThe following insurance plan is accepted by Palm Beach State College, review the plan and enroll right online. Many colleges and universities in the US have health insurance requirements that attending students must follow. When it comes to international student health insurance for Palm Beach State College, this situation is no different, students must have […]
International Student Insurance Plan Updates for 2013
April 5th, 2013 by Bryanna DavisJust in time for Spring, our international student insurance plan updates for 2013 are complete! The Student Secure plan and Atlas Travel plan now offer even more comprehensive coverage for the new 2013-2014 school year at a reduced rate, meaning it is going to give students access to great international insurance options. Both plans have received enhancements […]
Health Insurance for International Students in the United Kingdom
March 15th, 2013 by Bryanna DavisIn the 2011/2012 academic year there were 435,230 international students studying inside the United Kingdom (UK). This is a 2 percent increase from the 428,225 international students that the UK hosted in the 2010/2011 academic year according to UKCISA. With a growing number of international students comes an increased effort of ensuring that those individuals […]
International Student Insurance for French Students
March 1st, 2013 by Bryanna DavisIn the 2011/12 academic year there was a new record high for the number of international students studying inside the United States, with a grand total of 764,495 students. This number is a 5.7 percent increase from the previous year according to the “Open Doors” report. Of these international students 8,232 were from France. France […]
Health Insurance while on OPT
February 22nd, 2013 by Bryanna DavisParticipating in Optical Practical Training (OPT) is an exciting and useful opportunity for international students, giving them the chance to gain real-world work experience in a new culture. As beneficial as partaking in OPT may be, there can be a few hurdles involved as well. One common setback that many students on OPT come across […]
Health Insurance in the USA
February 8th, 2013 by Bryanna DavisUnderstanding health insurance in the USA can be confusing for international students and scholars. Especially for those who come from a country where private health insurance is not a popular option. There is a large amount of research that can be made when trying to find a plan and piece together everything that health insurance […]
Fighting the Flu
January 25th, 2013 by Bryanna DavisThe US peak of flu season is here and it’s not passing by quietly. It has already become an epidemic according to the CDC and has killed 29 children/teens thus far. International students especially need to ensure they are fighting the flu as best as possible. Attending class every day, living in close quarters and […]
