Are you working, studying or traveling home over the summer? No matter what your summer plan is, all international students with F or J status are required to have insurance coverage over the summer. Student insurance offers many options, so please make sure that you have the insurance that you… read more
Insurance
Spring 2018 Insurance Waiver Deadline
The spring 2018 Insurance Waiver deadline is coming up! All insurance waivers for the spring semester are due January 30, 2018 by 5:00 pm. What is an Insurance Waiver? If you are an international student currently in F or J visa status, then you are automatically enrolled in the UT Student… read more
Insurance Deadlines Coming Up May 6th!
Summer waivers for graduate students with insurance through a TA/AI/GRA assignment. Be sure to request an online waiver of the summer student insurance if you will have TA/AI/GRA insurance over the summer. Note that TA and AI spring assignments generally carry insurance benefits over the summer. See the Human Resources website for further information about academic… read more
Health and Insurance During Winter Break
If you plan to leave Austin during Winter Break, here are some important insurance tips to keep in mind: Keep your insurance card with you at all times. Fill your prescriptions before leaving for vacation. Know where to seek care for different medical needs when you are away from University… read more
The Women’s Health Clinic at UHS
Did you know that University Health Services includes a full-service Women’s Health Clinic? The clinic offers annual exams and many more services by appointment Monday-Friday in the SSB. Most insurance plans are accepted, and if you have the UT student health insurance plan, IT’S FREE!
Health Literacy- What Do YOU Think?
Have you ever been confused or surprised by the system of healthcare and insurance in the U.S.? If so, we need YOUR help! The IO is collaborating with the Stan Richards School of Advertising and Public Relations on research to understand international student health literacy. Please consider taking a… read more
UHS Nurse Advice Line
Unsure whether you should seek medical attention? Call the UHS Nurse Advice Line at 512-475-6877. The UHS Nurse Advice Line is staffed 24 hours a day/7 days a week and is completely free.
Insurance Waiver Deadline March 30 for Spring Grads
If you will be graduating at the end of the Spring 2014 semester, you are eligible to waive the summer student health insurance plan coverage (which covers June 1 through July 31). Waiver forms and instructions can be found on the ISSS insurance website. Waivers must be submitted no later… read more
5 Spring Break Health & Insurance Tips
If you plan to leave Austin during Spring Break, be sure keep the following tips in mind: Know where your insurance card is at all times and keep it safe. Fill your prescriptions before leaving for vacation. Know where to seek care for different medical needs. For severe or potentially… read more
Vision Discounts for BCBS Members through Blue365
Did you know? If you are a BlueCross/BlueShield (BCBS) plan holder, you qualify for vision discounts with certain vision providers. Both the UT Student Health Insurance Plan and the UT Select employee insurance are BCBS plans. To claim this discount, just register online for the Blue 365 program, which offers BCBS… read more