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Health Coverage Is Required

Health coverage is very important.  UK requires all international students (on an F-1, J-1, or J-2 visa) to have qualifying health coverage.  International students are automatically enrolled in the UK Student Health Plan (SHP) when they register for classes. You do not need to fill out any forms to enroll in SHP. J-2 dependents with a DS-2019 issued by a non-UK entity, organization, or government agency may choose to purchase insurance from other health providers, unless enrolling in coursework or beginning employment with the University of Kentucky.
 
The cost of SHP will be added to your student bill.  See cost below. You may choose to buy coverage for your spouse and/or children through the company’s website and learn more at uky.myahpcare.com. See frequently asked questions below.

Term Duration of Coverage Cost
Fall 2024  August 15, 2024 - December 31, 2024 $1,185
Spring/Summer 2025 January 1, 2025 - August 14, 2025 $1,937

Please note:  The US Department of State requires all J-1 Exchange Visitors (including visiting scholars and their J-2 dependents) to carry health, repatriation and medical evacuation coverage during the period of time they are participating in the Exchange Visitor Program.   UK’s employee plans do not include the medical evacuation and repatriation coverage.  Therefore, all J-1 scholars must purchase this coverage separately for themselves and their dependents.  ISSS recommends scholars choose one of the following providers:


SOS
Betins