All F-1 and J-1 students at IU Kokomo are required to have health insurance for themselves and their families (dependents). IU Kokomo has a mandatory insurance program for its students through Blue Cross Blue Shield Student Health. The IU policy covers various health costs. Non-immigrant international students are automatically enrolled in this plan when they register, and the premium amount will show up on your bursar bill each semester.
If you have your own insurance from your home country or prefer to purchase other insurance on your own, you may waive the University insurance if your insurance meets the following minimum requirements:
$100,000 for each sickness or illness
Maternity Benefits: same as sickness; pregnancy, childbirth, and complications
$100,000 for each accident or injury
$50,000 for medical evacuation
$25,000 for repatriation
Deductible (or excess fee) not more than $500 per sickness or injury (per person)
(All amounts and requirements are in U.S. dollars)