Frequently Asked Questions

Opt-Out

If you do not want the Student Health Insurance Plan, you must decline or opt-out of coverage by submitting a waiver. You may only opt-out of coverage during the following Waiver Period:

Annual - 08/01/2024 - 09/20/2024

You may request to waive out of the Student Health Insurance Plan (SHIP) if your alternate insurance health plan meets the following requirements:

  1. Medical coverage is active.
  2. Short-term coverage plans must cover the same coverage dates as SHIP.

NOTE: The following plan(s) will NOT be acceptable for waiver approval:

  • Financial Assistance plans are not accepted.

If your alternate coverage meets the above minimum requirements, submit electronic copies of the following document(s) with your online waiver request:

  • An electronic copy of the front and back of your health insurance ID card indicating the student as a covered member.