Are you an international student planning to continue on Optional Practical Training (OPT) once you graduate? As we approach the end of the semester, many international students will turn their experience of studying in the United States into an opportunity of meaningful and practical work experience. As you approach the end of your studies, you […]
International Students in the USA Category
Blog posts that address insurance issues of importance for international students studying in the USA.
Health Insurance for OPT
February 22nd, 2011 by Jennifer FrankelPreparing for your study abroad trip
February 18th, 2011 by ahoontrakulSo you did your research for your ideal study abroad program and for international scholarship opportunities, and now you’ve picked where you want to go. That’s great! But now what? Study abroad usually involves more than just picking your school, paying the plane ticket and school tuition. Early preparation is essential and will save you […]
Vietnamese International Student Insurance
February 7th, 2011 by Jennifer FrankelMany international students from Vietnam come to the United States to pursue a higher degree. According to the IIE-Vietnam Office Director, “The U.S. remains the preferred destination for students from Vietnam who want to study abroad because of the quality and prestige associated with an American degree.” Vietnam is in the top 10 countries sending […]
Turkish International Student Insurance
January 19th, 2011 by International-Student-InsuranceFor many international students, health insurance is an important consideration before arriving in the United States. Many Turkish international students will find that the U.S. health care system is much different than Turkey. In fact, it is not uncommon to walk out of a U.S. hospital with thousands of dollars in bills if there is […]
Japanese International Student Insurance
December 23rd, 2010 by International-Student-InsuranceThe Japanese health care system is much different than in the United States. These differences can be especially startling for Japanese international students who come to the United States unprepared. First, let’s talk about the differences in health care. The health care system in Japan has what is called universal health care. For Japan, this […]
Taiwan International Student Insurance
December 7th, 2010 by International-Student-InsuranceTaiwan is one of the top 5 nations sending international students overseas to the United States. With roughly 27,000 international students, it is important to arrive prepared. One of the major differences that students may experience is the different health care system. In Taiwan, the current health care system is known as the National Health […]
International Student Enrollment 2010
December 2nd, 2010 by International-Student-InsuranceDuring International Education Week, new statistics were published to track the trends of international students studying in the United States. According to the Open Doors Report 2010, international student enrollment increased 3% over last year, a new record high of 690,923 international students. The growth of international student enrollment was primarily fueled by Chinese students […]
Korean International Student Insurance
September 22nd, 2010 by International-Student-InsuranceAs an international student in the United States, it is highly recommended that you purchase an insurance plan while overseas. The US health care system is quite different compared to South Korea’s National Health Insurance program where health insurance is mandatory and the fees and treatment are standardized by the government. Unlike South Korea, the […]
International Student Insurance for the New School Year
August 24th, 2010 by International-Student-InsuranceAs the school season begins you will want to make sure that you are adequately covered in case the unexpected happens. International student health insurance is important to have in place in the event that you need to seek treatment at the doctor or hospital. In many countries, the health system may be structured differently […]
Student Secure Smart
August 3rd, 2010 by International-Student-InsuranceInternational Student Insurance is proud to introduce the third level of the Student Secure – the Student Secure Smart plan. This plan was designed with the international student in mind, particularly for those looking for an economical medical insurance. The Student Secure Smart features the following: $200,000 maximum coverage Hospitalization and doctor visits Repatriation Prescription […]
