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Health Insurance International

Online Only Students

Online only student that needs to waive your UHCSR health insurance?

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International Student Insurance

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Per WSU Policy 8.08, International Students are required to have Affordable Care Act (ACA) compliant health insurance during their school career at Wichita State University.

The Kansas Board of Regents contracts with UHCSR Student Health Insurance as a coverage option for students. As an international student you will automatically be enrolled and charged for this plan unless you provide proof of other ACA-compliant health insurance. We recommend confirming your enrollment early so you can access covered healthcare services without delay.

 

MEDICAL INSURANCE THROUGH WSU
Insurance Provider: UnitedHealthcare Student Resources
Coverage: Plan Benefits and Exclusions
Cost per Year: $2747.00 (2026-2027)
Confirm UHCSR SHIP Plan: Confirm enrollment through ECI
Set up UHCSR account: UHCSR Instructions
MEDICAL INSURANCE THROUGH ANOTHER PROVIDER
Coverage: Consistent with the requirements of Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act
Requesting an Insurance Waiver: *See ECI FAQ's below* A new waiver request and supporting insurance documentation must be submitted each semester by the deadline.
MEDICAL EVACUATION AND REPATRIATION COVERAGE
This is a special insurance policy for students whose regular medical insurance meets our coverage requirements but lacks medical evacuation and repatriation (MedEvac) coverage. You must have a combined benefit of $100,000 of Medical Evacuation and Repatriation. 
BETINS International Health and Travel Insurance

WHO PROCESSES MY ACCEPTANCE or WAIVER WITH THE UNIVERSITY OFFERED HEALTH INSURANCE?

Student Health Services does not process the insurance waivers for International Students who wish to participate in this process. WSU has contracted with ECI Services to process all waivers and acceptance. We are still available to answer policy based questions.

ECI Frequently Asked Questions

Where will information about my waiver/acceptance come from?

Once you check-in with the international program you will begin receiving emails from wsu@elev834.com. Make sure to check your junk mail if you don’t see them.

Do I need to complete a waiver if I am going to purchase my medical insurance coverage through WSU?

No. Students who are purchasing health insurance through WSU do not need to complete a waiver request but If you are not going to submit a waiver we highly recommend that you log into the ECI website and click on the “Enroll Now” button prior to the end of the waiver period. This gives you access to your health insurance information immediately and much earlier than if you do nothing.

I completed the online waiver request. How do I know if the waiver is approved?

You will receive an email confirmation from ECI Services to your @shockers.wichita.edu email. Always make sure you receive the final email approving your waiver.

Will ECI Services contact me if there is a problem with my waiver or documentation?

Yes, ECI Services will send an email to your @shockers.wichita.edu email account. Please check your email often for updates. Always be sure to check your junk mail to be sure. They will tell you what the issue is and you can always resubmit your information prior to the waiver deadline.

Will the medical insurance I have through a U.S. employer meet the requirements for a waiver?

U.S. employer medical insurance plan may meet the health insurance requirements BUT will probably not provide the required medical evacuation and repatriation coverage. An additional policy to cover the medical evacuation and repatriation requirement may be needed. You should submit your plan through the wavier process to verify.

Can I submit my insurance plan paperwork written in my native language?

No, documents must be in English and coverage amounts in U.S. dollars.

What happens if I miss the deadline to submit my waiver and documentation?

If you do not complete the waiver process by the deadline or if your coverage does not meet the requirements, you will be automatically enrolled and charged for medical insurance on your WSU bill.

I completed a waiver last semester. Do I need to complete one again?

Yes. If you wish to waive the UHCSR insurance coverage, you must complete the insurance waiver process each semester by submitting the online waiver and your insurance documentation.

Who do I contact if I have questions about an outside health insurance policy?

  • For general questions regarding the insurance waivers process, contact WSU Student Health Services at student.health@wichita.edu or call 316-978-4SWC (4792)
  • For questions about a waiver you have already submitted or about a medical insurance policy that you are thinking about purchasing, contact ECI Services at (833) 249-0574 or email wsu.waive@eciservices.com or wsu.enroll@eciservices.com

You can set up your UHCSR account after the 20th day of classes or if you have confirmed your enrollment you can print your cards after 48 hours.

As always, if you have any questions regarding the insurance or coverage available, call UHCSR at 1-888-344-6104 for assistance.

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