Canada International Student Insurance for the US

Posted on Monday, April 25th, 2011 at 12:10 pm

Last year, the United States hosted over 28,000 international students from Canada. In fact, among all sending countries, Canada was ranked #4 worldwide as having the highest amount of international students in the United States. This comes as no surprise as Canadians have an easier time adjusting to studying in the US. Sharing a border, language, and having a more relaxed visa system make it an easier adjustment for Canadian students studying overseas in the US.

While Canadians enjoy a nationalized health care, the United States relies on a mainly private system where individuals are responsible for their own medical costs. Generally speaking, US citizens and residents will generally have an insurance plan in place to help cover their health care expenses in the United States. For international students, there are specific international student insurance plans designed especially for you!

Canadian student insurance is a popular option when students come to the US since you can find comprehensive coverage at an affordable rate. These plans provides coverage outside your home country for doctor visits, hospitalization, prescription medication, emergency medical evacuation, repatriation, etc. With our Canadian student insurance, the Student Secure, you can choose the coverage best for you as the plan is available in three levels providing you with options to include sports, maternity, and mental health among the many options.

By purchasing a student insurance before arriving in the US, you can rest assured that you can go to the doctor or hospital of your choice and receive immediate treatment at an affordable rate. Medical expenses are the highest in the United States compared to other nations so be prepared before coming to the Untied States to study.

Category: International Students in the USA, Student Insurance

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Posted by Jennifer Frankel

Jennifer is the International Director at International Student Insurance. Jennifer is a graduate of the University of Florida where she holds a Masters in International Business and a Bachelors of Science in Business Administration. She has lived and worked abroad in Mexico, Chile, Costa Rica and England, and traveled extensively in South America, Europe and Asia.

21 thoughts on “Canada International Student Insurance for the US”

Claire says:
June 2, 2022 at 4:41 pm

Our daughter requires insurance to attend university in Buffalo NY. Blue Cross as mentioned many time above is no longer offering coverage for students studying in the U.S. Do you have any suggestions as to what insurance may be available?

Alexis Ponce says:
June 14, 2022 at 10:00 am

Hello Claire,

Thanks for your comment. We have sent you an email to continue assisting with finding a plan for your daughter.

Have a nice day!

sam says:
August 23, 2021 at 3:09 pm

Hi,
Great article!.
I’m a Canadian Citizen attending university with my 2 kids and wife making the move with me. What options are there for variety? The university saying that I have to use their insurance as a default, which might I say the cost is very Hefty.

Your feedback is greatly appreciated.

Alexis Ponce says:
September 14, 2021 at 10:01 am

Hello Sam,

Thanks for your comment. I followed up with you via email in order to best assist you.

Have a nice day!

Val Cuddington says:
August 1, 2021 at 11:18 am

Our daughter is attending UH @ Manoa in Hawaii. This will be her 3rd year. She would like her own vehicle to use now that she is familiar with the area. Can we purchase her a vehicle and insure it with her having a Saskatchewan drivers license and having of course her F1 Visa? Assuming it has to be plated and insured in the US but no US drivers license. Please help.

Alexis Ponce says:
September 2, 2021 at 10:55 am

Hello Val,

Thanks for your message. We’re only able to assist you regarding health insurance questions. We advise that your daughter reaches our to the DMV of the state she’s residing in for more information regarding this matter.

Best of luck!

Shane Carter says:
February 9, 2021 at 7:24 am

Good article, Please attach the Covid coverage area in your article.

Helen Graham says:
December 24, 2020 at 2:32 pm

Would you please send me info on insurance with COVID coverage for a 21yo going to Texas for school starting Jan2021 to May or possibly longer period…….. Thank you kindly

Alexis Ponce says:
January 12, 2021 at 3:50 pm

Hello Helen,

Thanks for reaching out. I see our customer service team has assisted you in finding a plan for your son. Don’t hesitate in reaching out via email should you need further assistance in the future.

Have a great day!

Wendy Borstmayer says:
November 11, 2020 at 4:46 pm

My son will be leaving back for Dallas, Texas on Jan 3rd, 2021 to complete his last year in the Dr. of Chiropractor Program.
Saskatchewan Blue Cross is NO LONGER offering their International Student Travel Plan, which we have had for the last 2 years.
I’m not exactly sure what day/date his course will be complete but I would likely look into Medical/Travel/Covid insurace for him until December 31st, 2021 just to be sure.
Can you please recommend an insurance we can purchase for our sons last year of schooling in the US?

Alexis Ponce says:
November 13, 2020 at 4:01 pm

Hello Wendy,

Thanks for contacting us.I have sent you a follow up email with a plan option for your son that will include COVID19 coverage.

Have a great day!

Duane Kelley says:
August 1, 2020 at 7:41 pm

My daughter starts University in Iowa on August 17th and we are leaving home on the 7th, she will be there by the 10th or so. She is going for both semesters 2020-2021. Since Blue Cross is not giving Canadians international student coverage at this time and others are expensive is there health insurance you recommend that we can get for her that is not expensive and we can get in the short amount of time before she goes?

Alexis Ponce says:
August 13, 2020 at 12:45 pm

Hello Duanne,

Thanks for your comment. I have followed up with you via email to stoneswords3@hotmail.com.

Have a nice day!

Aileen says:
July 29, 2020 at 10:19 am

My 22 yr old son is going to school in CA Sept 2020 to May 2021.
Can you give me some options for medical insurance including, and not including COVID.
thanks

Alexis Ponce says:
July 30, 2020 at 1:22 pm

Hello Aileen,

Thanks for your comment. I have sent a follow up email with more information about a plan suitable for your son.If you have any further question you may reply to my email or give us a call at Toll Free: (877) 758-4391 or Direct: +1 (904) 758-4391 from Monday to Friday from 8:00am to 6:00pm EST.

Have a nice day.

Have a nice day!

Nancy says:
June 15, 2020 at 8:26 pm

Hello my 21 year old son is to go to Texas from Canada sept-dec2020 for firefighting course at a &m college. Can we get him insurance to cover him for covid ??

Alexis Ponce says:
July 9, 2020 at 10:11 am

Hello Nancy,

Thanks for your comment. Absolutely, we’re happy to help you find a suitable option for your son. I have sent you a follow up email to nancymullen67@gmail.com.

Have a nice day!

Teresa. says:
October 17, 2016 at 5:11 pm

Good afternoon my daughter is a us citizem studying in Canada on a student visa. Will my State Farm car insurance cover her while she is there?

Sutherland Beever says:
October 17, 2016 at 5:26 pm

Hi Teresa,

Thanks for your message and that’s a great question. Unfortunately we are unable to speak on behalf of your State Farm policy, however if you are able to call that company they can likely confirm for you. Best of luck!

Shannon sisk says:
August 9, 2016 at 6:10 pm

I am a Canadian student attending limestone college in South Carolina and also playing women lacrosse, The school said that I need a minimum $10000.00 Coverage for sports injuries do you offer this.

Bryanna Davis says:
August 10, 2016 at 9:31 am

Hi Shannon,

Unfortunately the maximum we’re able to offer in organized sports coverage is $5,000. You can view more on the Student Health Advantage plan and this coverage here. Good luck!

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