How to Find a Scholarship to Study Abroad

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Going to college is an amazing opportunity for personal and academic growth and studying abroad is even more exciting. However, a period of study abroad can be financially difficult for a student. Fortunately there are scholarships and aid programs available to help you fund your study abroad. How can you find the money for foreign study? Read on to find out some tips. Check with the financial aid office at your current college. You may be surprised at what information they have access to ... Read More

Foreign Students Insurance Offers Valuable Protection

For students choosing to study in another country, there are lots of things to prepare for. You’ll need to determine basic things like where you will study, what you will study, and where you will stay. You will need to consider questions like “will I get involved in extracurricular activities” and “how do I assimilate into this new culture.” And you will of course need to make sure all your travel documentation is in order and your school bills are taken care of. But with all these ... Read More

Why Should I Buy Foreign Students Insurance Online?

Foreign students insurance makes for an important investment for anyone studying abroad. Not only does it assure you of high quality medical care at an affordable price while visiting another country, it also satisfies the requirement many schools now have mandating that all students have proof of insurance when registering for courses. There are many ways to buy this insurance, but perhaps the best option is to buy online. One great thing about buying online is that doing so allows you to ... Read More

Student Health Insurance Need Not Recede with Economy

The current economic scenario is making everyone think twice about every dollar they spend. Students, especially, have a tougher time taking bold decisions. For one, the job scenario is so fluid that an offer letter is no guarantee anymore. In the melee, it's important that their student health insurance is not lost. Graduates who have no job or dependable insurance need not add to the nearly 15% of the population who are uninsured. There are affordable basic short-term health insurance plans ... Read More

Affordable Health Insurance Plans for College Graduates

Reports have been released that around 1 million college alumni have dropped out of insurance coverage from their parent�s health insurance. Since they are generally short of money for heavy investments, they tend to opt for affordable health insurance plans that would provide suitable coverage in case of medical emergencies. Health insurance obtained through employers is generally affordable by fresh graduates. However, during the current economic crisis they find it really difficult to even ... Read More

I have recently started my OPT and no longer qualify for international student insurance. What can I purchase?

If you are on your OPT and not registered for full time classes, you are not eligible for international student insurance plans. You may also not be eligible for insurance sponsored by your employer. This leaves you in a vulnerable spot. Make sure you are protected by purchasing a OPT health insurance plan. OPT medical insurance offers coverage to students on their training period and can be renewed till they find employment and are covered under their employers plan. The OPT medical insurance ... Read More

How many times can the insurance plan be renewed?

The student health insurance can be renewed as long as you need it. While most college plans only cover you until you graduate or very shortly thereafter, the Fortis Student select plan site can be renewed as long as needed. ... Read More

When does my coverage begin?

If you purchase online, using a credit card the earliest your coverage can begin is the day following transmission. You also have the option of selecting a coverage start date up to 60 days in the future. But please note that the coverage cannot start on the 29th, 30th, or 31st of a month. ... Read More

When should I apply for student insurance?

You can apply as soon as you are enrolled as an eligible student. The policy will be sent out as soon as it is issued. We would prefer that the application not be completed more than 60 days prior to the requested effective date. ... Read More

Will I lose coverage when I graduate or if I leave school?

No you will not lose coverage as long as you attended school full-time for 31 days after the policy effective date. The Student policy stays with you as long as you need it. ... Read More