FGCU International Student Health Insurance Guide
Health Insurance is mandatory for international students as required by Florida law. All international F1 and J1 students are required to provide proof of valid health insurance. Students will be automatically enrolled in the university plan or must opt out and provide proof of alternate insurance. If you prefer to purchase health insurance yourself, following is a list of preapproved carriers and plans
- Each semester, a hold will be placed on student accounts until proof of insurance is provided. (Note: Student Athletes do not need to provide proof of insurance. The Athletic Department will provide student athletes with insurance information.)
- Students will not be permitted to register for classes or continue enrollment unless they comply with the insurance requirements.
- Insurance must provide continuous coverage for the entire period the insured is enrolled as an eligible student - including annual breaks and summer sessions during that period. Payment of benefits must be renewable.
Coverage dates must meet one of the following options:
Term | Start | End |
---|---|---|
For most students | August 14, 2023 | August 18, 2024 |
Student Graduating in December | August 14, 2023 | December 21, 2023 |
Student Graduating in May | August 14, 2023 | May 9, 2024 |
Determine which insurance to use:
Pre-approved Health Insurance Providers
Provider name | Provider website | Plans |
---|---|---|
MyCare26 | fgcu.mycare26.com | FGCU Student Plan (Automatic Enrollment or Opt Out) |
Gallagher Student health | www.gallagherstudent.com/FGCU | Student Injury and Sickness Insurance Plan |
IFS Insurance for Students | www.insuranceforstudents.com | Secure or Secure Plus |
ISP International Student Protection: | www.intlstudentprotection.com | Trail Blazer BASIC or Trail Blazer ELITE |
ISO International Student Insurance | www.isoa.org | Shield for FL System |
ISI International Student Insurance | www.internationalstudentinsurance.com | Student Secure - FGC, Select or Elite |
* Students opting out of the MyCare26 University plan will still need to create an
account to opt out and submit proof of insurance.*
Questions about insurance? Please contact the Global Engagement Office (239) 590-7925