Opt-Out/Waive

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 Periods:

If you are covered by a comparable health insurance plan, you must submit a waiver to have the student account SHIP charge reversed. To be eligible for a waiver, your insurance must be considered "comparable" and meet all of the following criteria:

• Plans must include unlimited medical and prescription drug benefits.
• Plans must NOT have a pre-existing condition limitation.
• Plans must include the essential health benefits.
• Coverage must be active as of the first day of classes and remain active for the academic year.
• The Insurance Company must be owned and operated in the U.S.