zInternationalStudents Blog
Saturday, February 16, 2019
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Insurance Filters Out Some Strain of Unemployment
Filed Under: Health Insurance
Many young adults just out of college have the option of switching back to their parents’ policy once they graduate. Unfortunately, international students who stay on in the United States during the Optional Training Period are unable to do that. What they require is special OPT insurance that will cover them until they receive regular insurance.
Some colleges offer their sponsored plan for an extended “grace” period to recent grads, but the rates are typically higher. If looking for just a stop-gap arrangement, short-term health insurance plans such as Study USA Plan A and Plan B, Global Student USA, and Student Secure plans offer comprehensive coverage.
Coverage to look out for includes prescription drugs and accident benefits. It is very important to stay insured, regardless of the financial situation that a student is in. Just one misstep or accident can prove extremely expensive and can shatter the dreams of an international student.
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