A few years ago, I was biking with my dog through a trail. Back then, I didn’t have health insurance, I was a college student in the US working two part-time minimum wage jobs, and I wasn’t wearing a helmet. As Murphy’s law would have it, my dog pulled me hard to one side, I […]
Study Abroad Category
Blog posts that address insurance issues related to study abroad.
How to Deal with Medical Debt in the US
September 1st, 2020 by Yessica PratoUpdated Travel Medical plan for 2020
July 16th, 2020 by Yessica PratoOur international travel medical insurance plan has been updated for 2020, with new pricing and many of the same great options and benefits! Some highlights of the plan include: Doctor’s visits and Hospitalizations Medical Evacuation and Repatriation Trip Interruption and Travel Delay Extreme Sports like Skiing or Snowboarding COVID-19 covered, the same as any other […]
The Student Secure Plan: Relaunched
May 19th, 2020 by Jennifer FrankelThe Student Secure plan has been relaunched for the 2020-2021 school year. Starting on May 15, 2020, the plan has been enhanced to continue to serve the unique needs of international students. The Student Secure plan is available in four different levels, Smart, Budget, Select and Elite, giving students the option to choose a plan […]
The Cigna Global Medical Plan: International Health Insurance
May 4th, 2020 by Jennifer FrankelIf you and your family are looking for a comprehensive health insurance plan that will cover you around the world, the Cigna Global Medical plan is worth considering. This plan provides international medical care around the world, and is annually renewable so you can keep the plan as long as you need. The plan also […]
The Liaison Student: International Student Health Insurance
March 26th, 2020 by Jennifer FrankelWe are excited to introduce the Liaison Student, our newest international student health insurance plan, that will cover students internationally around the world. This plan is available in three levels: Economy, Choice and Elite, allowing students to choose the plan that works best for their needs and budget. This plan also gives students the flexibility […]
Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) – What You Need to Know
February 26th, 2020 by Yessica PratoWhat international students should know about the coronavirus and how it will impact their insurance coverage
The Travel Video Contest is Back!
September 14th, 2018 by Sutherland BeeverThe Travel Video Contest on InternationalStudent.com is back with another $4,000 Grand Prize to give away! To enter this year’s Travel Video Contest, all you need is a bit of initiative, the desire to travel or study abroad and some decent videotaping equipment. It’s very likely you already have been bitten by the travel bug and you […]
Do International Students Need Dental Insurance?
April 13th, 2018 by Sutherland BeeverAs with most things in life, the answer to the question ‘Do international students need dental insurance?’ isn’t black and white. On one hand, it’s possible that you buy dental insurance and never use it, but on the other, you could end up using it several times (and each time thank your lucky stars). What we can be sure of, is that dental visits in the US don’t come cheap and it’s always good to hope for the best but prepare for the worst!
