Medical Insurance All students and scholars at SAIS are required to maintain adequate health insurance for themselves and any dependents accompanying them to the United States. Click here to learn more about eligibility requirements under SAIS health insurance plan. J-1 status holders are required by law to maintain insurance coverage for themselves and their family. Failure to do so will result in their loss of status and the university’s inability to extend their program or offer them any further immigration-related benefits. The health insurance coverage required for J- status holders must meet at least the following minimal levels: - Medical benefits of at least $50,000 per person per accident/illness
- Deductible cannot exceed $500 per accident or illness
- Repatriation of remains in the amount of $7,500
- Medical evacuation coverage of $10,000
Medical care in the United States is very expensive. In the event of an unexpected accident requiring professional care, SAIS policy insurance will make the experience less stressful. Below are a number of link to providers health insurance for students and scholars:
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