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Health Insurance


All F-1 & J-1 visa holders will be automatically enrolled in valid health insurance while at Governors State University. This mandatory insurance requirement will be billed to your student account every fall and spring semester you are enrolled. The insurance plan is offered through Gallagher Student Health & Special Risk. Please be aware that if you have dependents you must also make sure you get insurance coverage for them, either through Gallagher Student Health & Special Risk, or another US insurance company.

Below are some highlights of the insurance plan benefits and services available to you:
  •  80% Coinsurance up to the first $10,000 of Medical Expenses, then 100% up to $250,000 Medical Maximum per Covered Accident or Sickness 
  •  You can go to any doctor or hospital of your choice and present your ID card at time of service 
  •  $100 Deductible  per Covered Accident or Sickness 
  •  Pregnancy coverage  
  •  Mental health coverage 
  •  Prescription drug coverage 
  •  Medical Evacuation and Repatriation including Emergency Reunion