Health
Healthcare in the United States
The University of Denver is concerned not only with your academic success but also with your physical health and mental well-being.
Required Health Insurance for Enrolled F-1 and J-1 Students
All international students with an I-20 or DS-2019 issued by the University of Denver are required to participate in the University's Student Health Insurance Plan (SHIP) unless they have waived the insurance by showing proof of having a comparable plan. So, all students must either enroll in SHIP OR have an approved waiver. Please note that J-1 students must enroll in SHIP and are not eligible for a waiver. If you have questions regarding coverage or cost, please contact the HCC.
Note that dental and vision coverage is separate from the required health insurance. You may need to consider purchasing separate plans for dental and/or vision coverage. https://studentaffairs.du.edu/health-counseling-center/insurance-plans-fees/dental-coverage
The University's Student Health Insurance Plan (SHIP) is not available to F-2 and J-2 dependents. International Student Insurance has policies that F-2 and J-2 dependents can purchase without the F-1 or J-1 having a policy.
Health insurance policies for J-2 dependents must meet U.S. Department of State requirements (see Insurance under General Administrative Requirements).
Required Health Insurance for J-1 Scholars and Their Dependents
The US Department of State requires all those in J-1 status to maintain health insurance for themselves, and for any dependents in J-2 status, for the entire period of the program indicated on the DS-2019.
To meet the minimum requirements mandated by the US Department of State, ISSS requires J-1 scholars to purchase a plan from a specific list. These plans have been vetted by DU and meet J-1 requirements. No waivers will be granted for insurance plans not on this list. More information on purchasing these insurance plans is provided in the ISSS Portal.
Health & Counseling Center
The University of Denver's Health and Counseling Center (HCC) is located on-campus in the Ritchie Center on the third floor (map). The HCC also has counseling professionals who can assist students dealing with issues such as grief, stress, anxiety or culture shock. The University provides medical and psychological services through the Health and Counseling Center (HCC) on-campus. The HCC's website provides more details on its hours and its services.
Important Links
DU Immunization Requirements: https://studentaffairs.du.edu/health-counseling-center/medical-services/immunization
Cost of Services: https://studentaffairs.du.edu/health-counseling-center/insurance-plans-fees/service-fees
Urgent Care and Emergency Services: https://studentaffairs.du.edu/health-counseling-center/medical-services/urgent-after-hours-care
Center for Advocacy, Prevention, and Empowerment "CAPE": https://studentaffairs.du.edu/health-counseling-center/survivor-advocacy