Mandatory Student Health Insurance at UT Austin

Medical insurance is required for all international students at The University of Texas at Austin. Enrollment in the UT Student Health Insurance Plan is automatic at the time of registration, and the cost of the policy will appear on your tuition bill as "international health insurance". Students enrolled for the first time at UT Austin will also be billed for pre-arrival insurance.
The UT Student Health Insurance Plan is provided through United HealthCare StudentResources (UHCSR). In addition to health insurance, the policy also covers medical evacuation and repatriation. Complete information is available from the UHCSR web site.

Special Requirements for Students in J-1 visa status

In addition to the mandatory insurance requirement for all UT students as described above, medical insurance coverage is also mandatory for the accompanying spouse and children of J-1 visa holders, under Department of State regulations. Willful failure to meet the dependent insurance requirement will result in the termination of the J-1 program.

Waiver of the Student Health Insurance Plan

Students may be eligible to waive the cost of the student health insurance plan if qualifying alternate insurance is presented to International Student & Scholar Services by the appropriate deadline. Waiver eligibility is described on the waiver eligibility web site.

Helpful Health Care Links

For additional information please contact the Insurance Advisor.