CUNY does not endorse any particular health insurance provider for international students.
J-1 Student Mandatory Health Insurance
J-1 students are required by U.S. law to maintain health insurance that meets specific U.S. Department of State minimums for the entire duration of their exchange program. This must include at least $100,000 for medical benefits, $50,000 for medical evacuation, and $25,000 for repatriation of remains, with a deductible not exceeding $500.
Proof of sufficient coverage must be shown to their CUNY college’s J-1 Responsible Officer.
F-1 Student Health Insurance
Although CUNY does not mandate health insurance for F-1 students, it is highly recommended that CUNY F-1 international students and their dependents purchase international student health insurance to:
- Reduce the high costs of out-of-pocket medical expenses
- Have access to a wide range of health care providers
- Ensure that they have medical evacuation and repatriation benefits to their home countries.