For most international students, OPT is an excellent way to get further experience, but also to get their foot in the door at a US company. To learn more about what OPT is, please visit our insurance explained section where we have a range of articles that cover all areas of OPT in more depth. […]
International Students in the USA Category
Blog posts that address insurance issues of importance for international students studying in the USA.
Top 5 Tips for Applying for OPT
October 28th, 2013 by Ross MasonTop 5 Mistakes To Avoid As A New International Student
August 19th, 2013 by Ross MasonThe start of the new school year is right upon us, and for many international students you will be trying to settle in, registering for all your classes and attending orientation sessions. It could also be the first time many students have been abroad, and away from your family/ friends and everything that is familiar. […]
Navigating the US Healthcare System Video
August 14th, 2013 by Ross MasonPerhaps one of the most frequently asked questions we hear from students and schools alike, is that there are not enough resources available for international students to learn about navigating the US healthcare system. Probably one of the most complex systems in the world, we find many students are unsure of how to seek treatment […]
Don’t Blow It – What to expect at your F1 visa interview
July 8th, 2013 by Victoria TroupeIf studying in the US is part of your higher education plans, you’ve probably been working hard to obtain your F-1 student visa. Check out this article on How to Apply for an F1 Visa to learn about the entire application process. Although extensive, most of the F1 visa application steps are straightforward, and if […]
How To Get a Job on OPT – Target the Right Employers!
May 21st, 2013 by Keith ClausenFor many international students in the United States, the capstone to their US education comes after graduation when they are allowed to work legally in the US for up to a year on the optional practical training program, or OPT. For those lucky students in a STEM field – science, technology, engineering or mathematics – […]
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 […]
International Student Insurance for the New Year
December 28th, 2012 by Bryanna DavisThe New Year is rapidly approaching meaning so are deadlines to meet school insurance requirements. Finding a plan that will meet each requirement can be time consuming and confusing. However, our school insurance requirements database was created to assist you with this process. Using this tool, you can find your school by searching the state […]
International Students in the US
December 14th, 2012 by Bryanna DavisThe year is almost to an end and the latest “Open Doors” report from the Institute of International Education(IIE) is in. The number of international students enrolling in colleges and universities within the United States continues to rise, this year brought 764,495 total, a 5.7 percent increase from last year, and a new record high. […]
