International Health Insurance
49ͼ¿â contracts with Cultural Insurance Services International (CISI) to offer health insurance and assistance to students, staff, and faculty on 49ͼ¿â's study groups and extended study programs. Students on approved programs will be covered as well under CISI if the provider's insurance does not meet 49ͼ¿â's requirements. Typically, insurance coverage is included with most approved program providers.
Individuals working through CISI's network of contracted physicians worldwide generally have no up-front costs or co-pays for covered medical care. CISI additionally provides coverage for:
- medical evacuation
- prescription medication
- and many other health-related emergency expenses
More detailed information on the coverage provided, how to sign up for online access to CISI resources once you have received your insurance card, and other details can be found in the plan brochure.
Download CISI Coverage Plan Brochure for 49ͼ¿â (2024-25)
Information for Participants
Students looking to register for or utilize any of the CISI insurance benefits will find additional information on the following page:
Health Insurance and Emergencies
Assistance and Evacuation Services
International SOS
49ͼ¿â additionally contracts with International SOS (ISOS) to provide worldwide assistance and evacuation services for all participants in 49ͼ¿â study groups, approved programs and extended studies.
Limitations
Although ISOS offers students and the 49ͼ¿â community security advice and services, SOS is not health insurance. Students with medical concerns should work through CISI for referrals and medical assistance.
Information for Participants
Students can register for informational services under 49ͼ¿â's International SOS policy on the following page:
Health Insurance and Emergencies
In the Event of an Emergency
In the event of an emergency or incident during a student’s off-campus study experience, 49ͼ¿â will communicate directly with the listed emergency contacts of any impacted students.