Health
An international student health insurance plan is required for all students that wish to study abroad. This is mainly for the benefit of the student but it is also required by law in most countries.
Once accepted to a program it is the student’s responsibility to apply for health care as soon as possible (some universities may require you to purchase health insurance before you are even accepted). This is because you typically will not be able to even apply for a student visa until proof of insurance is acquired.
Most international student insurance plans range in price from US $27 - $50 a month. If the university you are applying to has not already specified an insurance company they wish for you to purchase, World Flex Studies recommends the use of the following companies. However, it is ultimately the student’s responsibility for their choice of insurance.
Cultural Insurance Services International
International Student Organization
International Student Insurance
Health Facts
When traveling abroad it is important to research the health facts and relevant information for the country or countries you will be traveling in. World Flex Studies highly recommends that all students visit and thoroughly read through as much of the country information relevant to their travels presented on the following websites.
