Student Health Insurance Plan
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON COVID-19
UT El Paso Students are encouraged to review the following resources, for information on benefits/coverage and announcements related to the Coronavirus.
Academic Health PlansCoronavirus Updates
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
Coronavirus and What It Means
Virtual Visits
Virtual visits provide a live consultation between you and an MDLIVE doctor for many non-emergency medical and behavioral health needs.
24/7 Nurseline
Registered nurses are on call to answer your health questions, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
*As a reminder, if you require medical attention/treatment, our university's Student Health Center provides services for our student population.
Fall Coverage 2020
Student Health Insurance (SHIP), Quick Guide
As a student at the University of Texas at El Paso, you have access to health insurance. The University of Texas System is pleased to offer Student Health Insurance Plan (SHIP) through Blue Cross Blue Shield and is administered by Academic Health Plans (AHP). This insurance protects students at school, home, and while traveling or studying abroad. This plan includes comprehensive coverage compliant with the Affordable Care Act at the gold level. Please click here to view the plan highlights.
Eligibility
Undergraduate Students must be enrolled in AT LEAST SEVEN (7) credit hours EACH SEMESTER to be eligible for the Plan.
Graduate Voluntary Students must be enrolled in AT LEAST FOUR (4) credit hours EACH SEMESTER to be eligible for the Plan.
| ESL Program Students | International Students |
| Fast Track Program Students | Post Doctorate |
| Fellows | Scholars (Including Visiting |
| Groups with reduced coursework that meets the criteria for exemption as approved by the UT System |
Students who are deemed full-time students by Campus Disability Services |
| Health Institution Students | Students working on Research, Dissertation or Thesis |
… ARE EXEMPT from the above credit hour requirements. To verify your eligibility status, please contact Academic Health Plans (AHP) directly at 1-855-247-7587 or utsystem@ahpservice.com.
Cost
Domestic/ International Students
|
Coverage Period |
Student | Student & Spouse | Student & Child(ren) |
Student & Family |
| Academic Blue/ BCBSTX | **$ 1,163.00 | *$ 2,326.00 | *$ 3,026.00 | *$ 4,189.00 |
*Premium cost of coverage for all fee-paying students, which will be paid directly to AHP at the time of enrollment. If you wish to Enroll or get more information on the Plan Benefits, cost, Installment Plan Option, or information about Adding Dependents, contact Academic Health Plans (AHP) at 1-855-247-7587.
**International Students will have a premium cost automatically added to their Student fees unless submitting an International Student Waiver.
Graduate Student Employee (GSE)
Student Health Insurance (SHIP), Quick Guide
GSE, Student Health Insurance (SHIP) FAQ
As a Graduate Student Employee (GSE) you have a choice between two (2) health insurance plans, each of which is comparable in terms of medical coverage yet differ in the premiums you pay:
Academic Blue
Is a Student Health Insurance Plan (SHIP) underwritten by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas (BCBSTX) and administered by Academic Health Plans. This comprehensive plan meets the requirements of the Affordable Care Act at a Gold Level of coverage.
UT SELECT Medical Plan
Is a self-funded “Global” PPO plan, administered by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas. This comprehensive plan extends the highest level of benefits and less out-of-pocket expense when utilizing a network provider.
Eligibility
1. Your active enrollment as a Graduate Student and attending classes through at least the 12th day of the fall 2020 semester.2. Appointed to and actively working a minimum of 50% (20 hours per work) for the duration of at least 4.5 months (135 calendar days) in a Graduate (Master’s/Doctoral) Job Title.
Cost
Graduate Student Employee (GSE)
|
Coverage Period |
Student | Student & Spouse | Student & Child(ren) |
Student & Family |
| Academic Blue/ BCBSTX | $ 0.00 | *$ 2,326.00 | *$ 3,026.00 | *$ 4,189.00 |
| UT SELECT BCBSTX | $ 314.02 | $ 749.04 | $ 702.16 | $ 1,117.46 |
*Premium cost of coverage for all fee-paying students, which will be paid directly to AHP at the time of enrollment. If you wish to Enroll or get more information on the Plan Benefits, cost, Installment Plan Option, or information about Adding Dependents, contact Academic Health Plans (AHP) at 1-855-247-7587.
Graduate Student Employee
Click HERE to Enroll
