International Student & Scholar Health Insurance Information
Western Washington University strongly recommends that students and scholars who are outside their home country and studying at WWU purchase and maintain an adequate health insurance plan (except "J" visa holders are required to do so). Medical costs in the U.S. are extremely high and uninsured medical treatment can have serious, long-term financial consequences. So, although financial considerations may limit the ability to purchase a plan which meets the recommendations outlined below, the University feels the plan should have the following minimum amount of coverage:
- Medical expense coverage of $100,000 per injury or sickness.
- Accidental death & dismemberment indemnity in the amount of $10,000.
- Repatriation expense benefits of $15,000.
- Medical evacuation benefits of $50,000.
- Plan deductible waived for treatment at WWU Student Health Services.
- Exceed "J" visa minimum requirements.
Where can I purchase this kind of insurance?
- From a study abroad insurance provider in your home country
- CISI: 1-800-303-8120 or visit the CISI website, click on Plans for Individuals
- IMG: 1-800-628-4664 or visit the IMG website, click on Choosing the Right Coverage
- Compass Benefits Group: 1-800-683-1468 or visit the Compass Benefits Group website, click on Individual Plan.
- WWU's Student Health Insurance (Somerton): 1-800-853-5899 or visit the Student Health Center website for more information.
Note: Not all plans meet the University's recommendations. Make sure that you become familiar with an individual plan's eligibility requirements, coverage, limits, exclusions and premiums before purchasing it. Be certain the plan meets your personal needs for health insurance coverage.
If you have any questions, please contact WWU's International Programs & Exchanges at 650-3298 or Risk Management at 650-3065.