If you are one of the many international students without health insurance you could be risking more than you think. The United States does not have universal health care meaning the government will not cover your medical expenses that are acquired while you are studying in the US. Since your medical bills are not taken care of […]
Student Insurance Category
Blog posts that address insurance issues for students around the world.
International Students without Health Insurance
May 11th, 2012 by Bryanna DavisShort Term Study Abroad Insurance
March 24th, 2012 by ahoontrakulStudy abroad programs come in many different shapes and sizes. In today’s world of international education, you no longer have to study abroad for a semester or a year, many organizations now offer programs that last as little as a week. In many cases, your domestic health insurance policy may not provide coverage outside the […]
Spring Break Insurance
March 16th, 2012 by Bryanna DavisSome of the top spring break destinations this year are Cancun and Puerto Vallarta in Mexico, Punta Cana in the Dominican Republic, Negril in Jamaica and Nassau in the Bahamas. Are you a student going on spring break to another country soon? Even those planning to go on a last minute trip still have time […]
Study Abroad Cancellation Policy
February 25th, 2012 by ahoontrakulSummer is only a few months away! If you are planning on participating in a summer study abroad program, you may want to consider a study abroad cancellation policy no matter where you are in the planning process. According to a recent article on USA Today, there are many reasons why study abroad is a […]
Student Health Insurance for University of South Florida
February 11th, 2012 by ahoontrakulThe University of South Florida has selected ISI as a pre-approved insurance option for international students. Learn more and apply online to meet your school’s requirements. Since it was founded in 1956, the University of South Florida has grown and become one of the largest public universities in the US with well over 45,000 students enrolled. Today, […]
Find a Doctor in the US
January 26th, 2012 by ahoontrakulIt’s the New Year’s and you have discovered that you can purchase our more affordable insurance plan instead of your university’s plan. As an international student, you may wonder to yourself, “how do I find a doctor in the US?” or “can I visit any doctor I want to?” Whether you have purchased our Student […]
Insurance for Study Abroad in Korea
January 21st, 2012 by ahoontrakulSouth Korea has become well known around the world for its cars, consumer electronics and even their pop culture. For this reason it’s not hard to imagine why it is one of the top study abroad destinations in the East Asia region, 3rd after China and Japan. In the year 2009/2010 there was over 2,000 […]
Nepal International Student Insurance
January 19th, 2012 by Jennifer FrankelMany international students coming to the US from Nepal will need to purchase a Nepalese student health insurance. The United States is the most expensive country for medical care costs according to the World Health Organization, and it is important to purchase insurance to help cover any medical expenses that may come up when you […]
Student Health Insurance for Broward College
January 9th, 2012 by Bryanna DavisTo see the latest insurance requirements for Broward College, please see our latest 2020-2021 international student blog. With all of the sand, sun and outdoor activities that Ft. Lauderdale, Florida has to offer it is understandable why international students choose to study at Broward College. If you are one of the many students gaining your overseas […]
Traveling with Medication
January 7th, 2012 by ahoontrakulAs you prepare for your trip and pack your suitcase, you often think about the weather and what you plan to wear. If the weather is cold, you will need to bring a sweater or jacket. Or, if you are traveling to a warm place, you may need your swimming suit. You may also think […]
