F-1 Student Health Insurance

All international students at Montclair State University are required to have health insurance coverage, regardless of number of credits.

For more information about Montclair’s policy visit: 

Student Health Insurance

Waiving Montclair’s Insurance Coverage

In some cases, students may be allowed to waive Montclair’s coverage. Note that there is no guarantee that any requests for waivers will be approved. 

F-1 students: You can apply to waive the enrollment through the website: 

Health Insurance Waiver
 

***Government-subsidized insurance is not considered an acceptable waiver.***

Key Points to Know

  • You will be automatically enrolled in our plan, there is no need to fill out an additional form.
  • The insurance coverage charge will be added to your bill. Check your account through NEST to see your charge.
  • The Office of Global Engagement cannot provide information about coverage and benefits. For questions, students must contact info@univhealthplans.com.

Downloading Your Insurance Card

Students are encouraged to download their insurance cards as soon as possible. Physical cards will no longer be mailed. Whenever visiting a doctor or hospital, you will be required to show your insurance card. Make sure you have it with you at all times. 

Step 1 - Go to the website.
Step 2 - Type in Montclair State University in the "find your school" area
A screenshot of the aetna website showing the log in page.
Step 3 - A new page will appear, scroll down to get more information about finding a doctor, details of your plan, or to download your card.
A screenshot of the Aetna website showing details of the Montclair student health insurance plan.

Contact Us

Global Engagement Office

The Office of Global Engagement (OGE) is the university’s primary resource of services to all incoming and current F-1 and J-1 students. Besides assisting incoming students with their application process, we also support new and returning students with all their immigration questions. Hundreds of international students call Montclair State University home, join us to see why!

I-20 Team

Any questions related to the I-20 or change-of-status (prospective or accepted students)

International Recruitment Team

Prospective and admitted international students seeking information about Montclair State University, the application process, enrollment, and pre-arrival support.