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Health Insurance

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In order to meet health insurance requirements for international students, California State University Fullerton (CSUF) requires all enrolled F-1/J-1 international students to purchase the CSUF International Student Health Plan administered by JCB Insurance Solutions before registering for classes. No alternate health insurance plans are accepted. Certain government sponsored international students may be exempt from this requirement, depending on documentation submitted to CSUF. Please see below for additional information.U.S. citizens, U.S. permanent residents and non-F-1/J-1 international students are not eligible to purchase this plan.The comprehensive insurance program includes coverage for accidental injury/sickness, medical evacuation, and repatriation and is also valid when traveling outside the United States.

PURCHASE INSURANCE

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How to Purchase CSUF International Student Health Insurance

Depending on your study program, you may purchase the health insurance in different ways:

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Steps to enroll

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International Student Holds

International students on F1 or J1 visas will have a “International Student Hold” or "ISS hold" on their CSUF Student Account. ISS is automatically notified of each health insurance purchase. The ISS office will adjust the Start Term of the ISS Hold. Although the ISS Hold remains visible in the Student's account, the ISS Hold only applies to the Start Term indicated in the Hold. Please allow 2-3 business days for the ISS Hold-Start Term to be adjusted on your student account.

Helpful tips: Please plan on purchasing the required CSUF international health insurance at least two weeks before you plan to enroll in courses. Avoid purchasing on Fridays or on the weekends.

Government-Sponsored Students

Government-sponsored students may be exempt from purchasing the Anthem Student Health Plan from JCB Insurance Solutions if they can provide documentation that their government will be purchasing a U.S. health insurance policy. If you are a government-sponsored student and believe you are eligible for an exemption, contact your financial sponsor to provide our office with an updated financial guarantee. Allow a few days for processing and adjustment of the ISS hold. The ISS Hold will remain visible, but it only applies to the Start Term indicated in the ISS Hold.

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Using Your Health Insurance

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Can I purchase the CSUF International Student Health Insurance after I obtain the student visa or after arrive to Cal State Fullerton for classes?

Yes, you can purchase the health insurance after you arrive to Cal State Fullerton. However, please note that you will not be able to enroll in any classes, until after you have purchased the health insurance and your ISS hold has been removed.

Can I get a refund if I purchased the health insurance but was unable to obtain a student visa?

If you are unable to get a student visa and cannot arrive to the U.S., you may request a refund of the health insurance purchase by sending an email to ISS. Refund eligibility depends on when you purchased the health insurance and when you submit your email request for the refund.

  • Deadline for refund requests of Fall or Annual Coverage purchased: September 1
  • Deadline for refund requests of Spring or Spring-Summer purchased: February 1
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