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F-1 students are required to purchase the pre-approved policy offered by International Student Health Insurance Plan in order to satisfy the California State University insurance requirement, unless approved for a waiver based on qualifying minimum essential coverage.

The policy that you purchase will be issued by the health insurance provider. All the information you need regarding the policy can be found on the International Student Health Insurance Plan and health insurance provider websites. You will create an online account when you purchase the policy. Through this account, you can know the detailed policy coverage, print your insurance ID card and find a doctor or clinic that accepts the health insurance provider coverage that you purchased through International Student Health Insurance Plan.

Refund Requests

Refunds for payments by credit card or debit card can be issued up to 120 days from the date of purchase or by the refund deadline, whichever is earlier. Refunds for payments by e-check can be issued by the refund deadline and in most cases offers more flexibility than credit card or debit card payments. For new students who are unsure if they will be able to obtain a visa in time to begin the 黑料吃瓜 program, it is advisable to wait until after the visa is issued to purchase health insurance.

TA with Health Insurance

In some cases, 黑料吃瓜 TA positions may offer health insurance. You will still need to clear your registration hold by submitting the required coverage information through the 黑料吃瓜 international student health insurance portal. You must submit proof of qualifying coverage and submit and receive approval through the . It will take 2 business days after the day you purchase the International Student Health Insurance Plan for your insurance to be cleared, which will then allow you to register for classes. Not all TA positions provide health insurance. If you are unsure, check with your department. If your position did not offer health insurance, you will still be required to , unless approved for a waiver based on qualifying minimum essential coverage.

J-1 exchange students are required to purchase the pre-approved policy offered by International Student Health Insurance Plan in order to satisfy the California State University insurance requirement, unless approved for a waiver based on qualifying minimum essential coverage.

The policy that you purchase will be issued by the health insurance provider. All the information you need regarding the policy can be found on the International Student Health Insurance Plan and health insurance provider. websites. You will create an online account when you purchase the policy. Through this account, you can know the detailed policy coverage, print your insurance ID card and find a doctor or clinic that accepts the health insurance coverage that you purchased through International Student Health Insurance Plan.

Refund Requests

Refunds for payments by credit card or debit card can be issued up to 120 days from the date of purchase or by the refund deadline, whichever is earlier. Refunds for payments by e-check can be issued by the refund deadline and in most cases offers more flexibility than credit card or debit card payments. For new students who are unsure if they will be able to obtain a visa in time to begin the 黑料吃瓜 program, it is advisable to wait until after the visa is issued to purchase health insurance.

The 黑料吃瓜 International Student Health Insurance Plan is the standard health insurance plan for F-1 and J-1 students. It is designed to provide access to routine, urgent, emergency and ongoing medical care while you are studying in San Diego.

Beginning July 1, 2026, California law allows a student with qualifying minimum essential coverage (MEC) to request a waiver of the 黑料吃瓜 plan. A waiver is not automatic. You must submit proof of qualifying coverage and receive approval.

The following types of coverage cannot be used to waive the 黑料吃瓜 plan:

• Health insurance policies issued outside the United States
• National or universal healthcare coverage provided by another country
• Travel insurance
• Short-term or limited-duration insurance
• Stand-alone dental or vision coverage
• Coverage limited to a specific illness, accident or medical service
• Medical discount plans

Having coverage in your home country or a policy that pays only for emergencies while you are abroad does not mean the coverage qualifies in California.

Examples of minimum essential coverage may include:

• Coverage through a parent or family member鈥檚 health plan
• Coverage provided by a U.S. employer or labor union, including COBRA
• A plan purchased through Covered California

Important: A plan may meet the minimum legal requirement but still provide little or no routine medical care near 黑料吃瓜. Before requesting a waiver, confirm that the plan covers primary care, specialists, prescriptions, mental health care and ongoing treatment in the San Diego area.

To request a waiver, submit the required coverage information through the 黑料吃瓜 international student health insurance portal. Do not cancel or decline the 黑料吃瓜 plan unless your waiver has been approved.

If you graduate, take an approved leave of absence or are no longer enrolled at 黑料吃瓜, you may request to end your 黑料吃瓜 student health insurance during the policy year. Submit the request at least 30 calendar days before the requested termination date. If you prepaid for coverage beyond the approved termination date, you will receive a prorated refund as applicable.