At IU, students and postdoc fellows have access to comprehensive health coverage through Anthem in partnership with University Health Plans (UHP). Eligible groups include:
Student and postdoc fellow health coverage at IU
International plan
You are automatically enrolled in this plan if you if you are a member of the following groups:
- International students
- Visiting scholars
- Intensive English Program (IEP & PIE) students
- Optional Practical Training (OPT) students can also enroll when eligible.
For questions about eligibility, enrollment, billing, or waivers, contact the international affairs office on your campus:
- Office of International Services (OIS): Bloomington and regional campuses
- Office of International Affairs (OIA): Indianapolis
Professional plan
You are automatically enrolled in this plan if you are a student in the following health science programs:
- School of Medicine – Doctor of Medicine or Master of Science in Anesthesia
- School of Dentistry
- School of Health and Human Sciences
- School of Optometry
- Department of Speech-Language Pathology Master’s & Doctor of Audiology program
You may be able to waive this plan if you already have other health coverage. For questions about eligibility, enrollment, billing, or waivers, contact IU Student insurance at studenhc@iu.edu.
SAA, fellowship recipient, and postdoc fellow plan
You are automatically enrolled in this plan if you are a member of the following groups:
- Student academic appointees (SAAs) appointed at 37.5 FTE or greater and enrolled in at least six credit hours or the G901 thesis/dissertation equivalent each semester (summer excluded)
- Fellowship recipients with an award of $6,750 or more per semester (Fall and/or Spring) and enrolled in at least six credit hours or the G901 thesis/dissertation equivalent each semester (summer excluded)
- Appointed postdoctoral fellows, for example, T-32 grant recipients
You may be able to waive this plan if you already have other health coverage. For questions about eligibility, enrollment, or waivers, contact IU Student insurance at studenhc@iu.edu.
Voluntary plan
You can enroll in this voluntary health plan if you are a domestic graduate or undergraduate student who doesn’t qualify for any of the plans above.
Got questions?
General student enrollment questions: Reach out to an IU student insurance specialist at +1-812-856-4650 or studenhc@iu.edu.
Voluntary plan and dependent enrollment questions: Contact UHP at +1-833-251-1717 or info@univhealthplans.com.
Benefit coverage and claims: Contact Anthem at +1-844-412-0752.
International students: Contact your campus international affairs office (OIS or OIA).
More health and wellness resources
Health centers by campus
- Bloomington: Student Health Center, including counseling (CAPS)
- Indianapolis: Campus Health
- Northwest: Campus Health and Wellness Clinic
Mental health resources
- TimelyCare at IU: get free 24/7 virtual mental health support
More resources
- Child and adult care at IU: Find childcare and senior care on Care.com (available to SAAs and appointed postdoc fellows)
- International student health & insurance: The OIS offers a guide to required health insurance, key terms, and other resources for Bloomington and regional campuses.