Studying abroad?

Stay focused on learning. We’ll worry about your healthcare.

You’ve signed up for classes, sorted your visa and said your goodbyes. But what happens if you twist your ankle while hiking in Italy or come down with something in a Tokyo dorm room?

Most domestic plans don’t travel well. They may not cover international care or emergency services. Study abroad programs often require proof of specific coverage including medical evacuation and repatriation. Because they know local emergency room visits or overseas hospital stays can come with high out-of-pocket costs.

Study abroad health insurance gives students and families the confidence to fully embrace the experience, knowing that care is just a call or click away.

More than emergencies.

You might assume international coverage only matters in extreme situations. But daily well-being is just as important. Studying abroad is thrilling but also emotionally complex. Students face time zone changes, culture shock, academic pressures and homesickness.

With Blue Cross Blue Shield Global Solutions, students get access to 24/7/365 telemedicine, mental health support and preventive services designed to support both body and mind. Whether it’s managing a cold or talking through anxiety, help is available in real time. In their language. From anywhere in the world.

What parents should know.

As a parent, you want to know your student will be safe. Yet, most campus health plans weren’t built for global access. And your family’s private insurance may fall short on international claims or visa compliance.

That’s why many schools and travel programs require students to enroll in a dedicated international plan. Ours meets common program standards, supports J1 visa requirements and includes benefits like multilingual support and pharmacy access. When students have questions, they don’t have to figure it out alone—and neither do you.

For administrators, it’s a duty of care.

Selecting the right health plan is more than checking boxes. Institutions are responsible for student safety and must balance affordability, service and compliance with care.

Whether you're managing a small faculty-led trip or a semester abroad program, we offer group and individual solutions that fit your model. Our plans support ACA coverage, J1 visa compliance and add-ons like mental health, pharmacy or evacuation. From onboarding to renewal, a designated client manager and streamlined administrator tools make it easy to keep students protected and programs running smoothly.