Student Secure
Our Most Popular Plan
- Ideal for international students, scholars, and those on OPT
- 4 plan levels to choose from
- Mental health, maternity, and pre-existing condition coverage available
- UnitedHealthcare PPO Network
- Renewable up to 4 years
- Starts at $31/month
ISI Protect
- Budget friendly international student insurance
- 4 plan levels to choose from
- Mental health, maternity, and pre-existing condition coverage available
- UnitedHealthcare PPO Network & Prime Therapeutics Rx Network
- Telemedicine through Teladoc
- Plans start at $28/month
ISI Advantage
- Ideal for international students, scholars, OPT and their dependents
- 2 plan levels to choose from
- Mental health, maternity, school sports, and pre-existing condition coverage
- UnitedHealthcare PPO Network
- Plans start at $94/month
Patriot Exchange
- Ideal option for students or scholars and their families
- Select your plan’s coverage and deductible
- Mental health and pre-existing conditions coverage
- Limited high school, college sports, and adventure sports rider
- UnitedHealthcare PPO Network
- Plans start at $68/month
What is International Student Insurance?
International student health insurance is a specialized type of coverage designed to protect students while studying abroad, ensuring they have access to quality medical care in their host country. It typically covers doctor visits, hospital stays, emergency services, and other essential health needs that can arise unexpectedly. Because healthcare costs abroad can be high and school requirements often mandate proof of adequate insurance, having this coverage provides peace of mind, financial protection, and compliance with university policies—allowing students to focus on their studies and experiences rather than worrying about medical expenses.
Who Needs International Health Insurance?
Coverage is designed specifically for individuals studying outside of their home country who need reliable medical coverage during their academic journey. This includes international students (such as those on F1, J1, or M1 visas, as well as students on OPT), exchange students participating in short- or long-term programs, scholars conducting research abroad, study abroad students temporarily enrolled at a foreign institution, and students enrolled in language programs.
Features of International Student Health Insurance
International student health insurance is affordable and flexible, allowing you to enroll for the exact period you need, with the option to keep coverage for multiple years if your studies continue. These plans go beyond emergency-only care, covering everyday accidents and illnesses as well as essential benefits like medical evacuation and repatriation. What makes them stand out is the inclusion of important services often overlooked by other plans, such as mental health support, coverage for organized sports, maternity care, and even pre-existing conditions—ensuring students are protected in all aspects of their health while abroad.
Eligibility Requirements
While each plan has its own eligibility requirements, you must be a full-time student or scholar studying outside your home country. OPT students are also eligible for many of these plans.
Buying Your Plan
You can buy your chosen plan quickly and easily online and start coverage as early as the same day or the next day. The process takes around 5 minutes, and you will receive an immediate email confirmation which will include your summary of benefits, receipt and ID card. Or if you’d prefer to speak with an licensed agent, simply contact us and we will be happy to help you:
If you need help selecting an insurance plan or confirming which plan meets your school or government requirements, please contact us, and one of our licensed insurance agents would be happy to assist:
- Toll Free: (877) 758-4391
- Direct/ International: +1 (904) 758-4391
- Email: info@internationalstudentinsurance.com
Need a group plan? If you are looking for a group plan for your students, please learn more about our group plan options.