Rice University - J Scholars
Houston, TX
Federal law requires that all J1 scholars secure health insurance coverage for the entire duration of their program. Rice University accepts the following Student Secure and ISI Protect plans that provide comprehensive health coverage and meet all J-1 legal requirements as indicated on the Rice University J Exchange Visitor Insurance Verification Form as proof of compliance with the federal requirements.
| Policy Max | Deductible | Brochure | Price per month * | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Select | $1,000,000 | $0 | $104 | ||
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Elite | $5,000,000 | $0 | $178 | ||
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First Class | $5,000,000 |
$0 per injury/illness (in-network) |
$177 | ||
* rates are based on students aged 24 and under unless otherwise noted.
Compare Plan Level Benefits
- Select
- Medical Maximum $1,000,000
- Per Injury/Illness Maximum $500,000
- Deductible $0 (co-pays apply)
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Coinsurance
In-Network: 80% of the next $25,000 of eligible expenses after applicable co-pays, then 100% to the overall maximum.
Out-Network: Usual, Reasonable, and Customary (URC) -
Pre-existing Conditions (Acute Onset)
Additional $25,000 lifetime maximum for eligible medical expenses for the acute onset of pre-existing condition during waiting period
See policy wording for full benefit description - Pre-existing Conditions 6-month waiting period
- Maternity Up to $10,000
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Mental Health
Outpatient: Max. 30 visits.
Inpatient: Max. 30 days of coverage.
Coverage includes drug and alcohol abuse. - School Team Sports Coverage up to $5,000 coverage per injury / illness — medical expenses only for intercollegiate, interscholastic, intramural, or club sports
- Recreational, Fitness and Leisure Activities Covered per policy conditions
- Adventure Sports Some exclusions apply
- Emergency Medical Evacuation/Repatriation $300,000 / $50,000
- Elite
- Medical Maximum $5,000,000
- Per Injury/Illness Maximum $500,000
- Deductible $0 (co-pays apply)
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Coinsurance
In-Network: 80% of the next $10,000 of eligible expenses after applicable co-pays, then 100% to the overall maximum.
Out-Network: Usual, Reasonable, and Customary (URC) -
Pre-existing Conditions (Acute Onset)
Additional $25,000 lifetime maximum for eligible medical expenses for the acute onset of pre-existing condition during waiting period
See policy wording for full benefit description - Pre-existing Conditions 6-month waiting period
- Maternity Up to $15,000
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Mental Health
Outpatient: Max. 40 visits.
Inpatient: Max. 40 days of coverage.
Coverage includes drug and alcohol abuse. - School Team Sports Coverage up to $5,000 coverage per injury / illness — medical expenses only for intercollegiate, interscholastic, intramural, or club sports
- Recreational, Fitness and Leisure Activities Covered per policy conditions
- Adventure Sports Some exclusions apply
- Emergency Medical Evacuation/Repatriation $500,000 / $50,000
- First Class
- Medical Maximum $5,000,000
- Per Injury/Illness Maximum $500,000
- Deductible $0 (co-pays apply)
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Coinsurance
In-Network: 100% of Eligible Expenses up to the Maximum Benefit
Out-Network: 90% of Eligible Expenses up to Maximum Benefit - Pre-existing Conditions (Acute Onset) $25,000 lifetime maximum for eligible medical expenses for the acute onset of pre-existing condition during waiting period
- Pre-existing Conditions 6-month waiting period
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Maternity
In Network: Plan pays 80% to Maximum Benefit for a covered pregnancy.
Out-of-Network: Plan pays 60% to Maximum Benefit for a covered pregnancy. -
Mental Health
Outpatient: Max. 30 days of URC coverage.
Inpatient: Max. 30 visits of URC coverage.
Coverage includes substance abuse. - School Team Sports Coverage up to $5,000 coverage per injury / illness — medical expenses only for intercollegiate, interscholastic, intramural, or club sports
- Recreational, Fitness and Leisure Activities Covered per policy conditions
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Adventure Sports
No Coverage
Optional Adventure Sports rider available, please select that option to view pricing. - Emergency Medical Evacuation/Repatriation $500,000/ $50,000
After you purchase your plan, we would be happy to fill out your school's insurance verification form. You will need to complete the Scholar Information section on your form and include your signature if required. You can then email it to us along with your policy number to info@internationalstudentinsurance.com.
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Contact Us
If you need help selecting a plan or enrolling in a policy, please contact our customer service team, and they would be happy to help.- Toll Free: (877) 758-4391
- Direct/International : +1 (904) 758-4391
- Email: info@internationalstudentinsurance.com
International Student Insurance has gathered this information as a resource for international students, and this resource does not intend to imply a relationship between your school and our website or company. You should always double-check directly with your school and with our customer service team to ensure that our plans meets your school's international student insurance requirements.