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Health insurance information

All international students who register in at least one credit will be automatically enrolled in a mandatory health insurance plan.

This is a year-round insurance plan. The cost of the Spring plan also includes Summer. The cost for Fall 2024 is $712, and the cost for Spring/Summer 2025 is $992. You can access your ID card and other information via the Aetna website.

  • Please note: If you are on a specific government sponsored program, such as SACM, you must submit your current and valid financial guarantee to internationalinfo@boisestate.edu no later than 10 days after each semester’s start date. If you do not submit your sponsorship verification by that date, you will be automatically enrolled in and charged for Boise State University’s health insurance plan. We are unable to remove insurance fees after that date.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is insurance for international students mandatory?

Yes, this is a mandatory plan. All enrolled F1 and J1 students are required to be enrolled in this plan if they are taking Fall or Spring classes at the university.

I already have insurance, do I have to take this plan?

Yes, all international students, except sponsored students (those sponsored by KCO and SACM) will be enrolled in the plan.

Can I waive or appeal this coverage?

Waivers are not allowed for international students enrolled at Boise State and living in the U.S.

How do I use the plan?

You can access information about the plan, including downloading your ID card from the Aetna website.

I am a graduate assistant. How does this impact me?

The Graduate College has information on their website about health insurance information for students with graduate assistantships. If you have further questions about insurance for graduate assistants please contact the Graduate College.

Is there a Health Center on campus?

Yes, University Health Services is located on-campus on the 2nd floor of the Norco Building. You can find the exact location and hours, as well as the services provided, on the University Health Services website.

University Health Services provides on-campus primary care, urgent care, counseling, immunizations and many other health services. Most of their services are provided without out-of-pocket charges under this international student health insurance plan.