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Health Insurance Tips & Basic Terminology

WEBUnderstand your health insurance policy terminology. Example: If your deductible is $100, your co-insurance amount is 10%, and your total medical bill is $2000.

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Student Health Insurance FAQ

WEBOnce you enroll in an insurance plan and keep it for at least 31 days, you will have it for the duration of the term, even if your student status ends. The annual health insurance is effective from August 1st to July 31st of the following year; the fall-only coverage is effective from August 1st to December 31st; the spring/summer coverage is

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Health Insurance / Medical Resources OISS Rice …

WEBIt is strongly recommended that all scholars purchase sufficient health insurance coverage, as health care in the U.S. is very expensive. In addition, J-1 scholars and their J-2 dependents are required to have health insurance for the duration of their program and provide proof of coverage to OISS in order to maintain their valid immigration status.

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Understanding the J-1 Visa Health Insurance Requirement

WEBA Step-by-Step Guide to Staying in Compliance. As of September 1, 1994, every person in J-1 or J-2 status is required to maintain a government-mandated minimum level of health insurance for the full duration of their stay in J status. Government regulations stipulate that if J-1 students or scholars willfully fail to maintain the required …

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International Student Health Insurance Policy

WEBInternational Student Health Insurance Policy. Effective Spring 2011, all Rice-sponsored F and J visa international students are required to enroll in either 1) Rice student health plan by Aetna or 2) Rice-approved alternate plan by Wellfleet. Exceptions to the policy are made only if one of these three (3) specific criteria is met (supporting

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OISS Portal Info Page OISS Rice University

WEBAll new and returning international students admitted to Rice University must complete their international student profile in the OISS Portal, regardless of immigration status. For students who plan to study on an F-1 or J-1 visa, please begin the process as soon as possible.Obtaining an F-1 or J-1 visa typically requires a minimum of 6-8 weeks, so …

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Office of International Students and Scholars Rice …

WEBThe Office of International Students & Scholars is here to support all Rice internationals and the Academic Departments with all matters related to immigration, international compliance, and cultural adaptation. Virtual & In-person Walk-in Advising Hours. OISS offers daily virtual & in-person walk-in advising opportunities.

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Updated November 2016

WEBMinimum requirements for alternate insurance plan**: Medical benefits of at least $100,000 for each accident or illness (a higher benefit is better) Medical evacuation in the amount of $50,000, should you need to be sent home on the advice of a doctor Repatriation of remains in the amount of $25,000, should you die while in the U.S. Coverage must …

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J-1 Scholars OISS Rice University

WEBThe J-1 Exchange Visitor Program is directed by the U.S. Department of State (DOS) with the purpose of promoting educational and cultural exchange. Rice University is authorized by the U.S. Department of State to administer BridgeUSA (J-1 visa) programs. J-1 scholars must have sufficient English language proficiency and must meet the J-1 health

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Maintaining Status OISS Rice University

WEBRemember, maintaining your status is your responsibility. By signing your immigration documents, you have indicated that you agree to comply with the terms and conditions of your admission and those of any extension of stay.

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F-1 vs. J-1 Comparison OISS Rice University

WEBEligibility; F-1 Status. J-1 Exchange Visitor (EV) Status. Rice University is certified by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to issue the Form I-20, Certificate of Eligibility for Nonimmigrant Student Status to students admitted to eligible full-time programs and who submit proof of funding for at least one academic year (9 months).

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About OISS OISS Rice University

WEBOur mission. Rice University's Office of International Students & Scholars' (OISS) mission is to enhance the experience of the international population (which includes all non-immigrant visa students, researchers, and faculty) through serving as the chief liaison office for: immigration advising, cultural adaptation, international compliance

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Pre-Arrival Information OISS Rice University

WEBPre-arrival information for international students. This page contains helpful pre-arrival information, from applying for your student visa to making travel arrangements and arriving in Houston.

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J-1 Request Form OISS Rice University

WEBJ-1 Request. Form. On this page you will find detailed instructions for completing the J-1 Request Forms in Adobe Sign. For more information on the entire J-1 request process and J-1 visas sponsored through Rice, please see https://oiss.rice.edu/jscholar. Applying for a J-1 visa requires obtaining a DS-2019 form, issued by OISS to the J-1

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Onboarding OISS Rice University

WEBIn addition to completing the immigration check-in and orientation process with OISS, there are a lot of steps you may need to complete before you can start your program at Rice! You will receive a lot of information from your international orientation with OISS, as well as Rice's general orientation, but here are some additional resources to help you navigate …

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J-1 Academic Training (AT) OISS Rice University

WEBAcademic training (AT) is a type of work authorization available to J-1 academic students for training related to a student's field of study. The type of training will depend on field of study. Student eligible for academic training must be in good standing in their program and must be "primarily in the United States to study rather than engage

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AM I EXEMPT OR NON- EXEMPT

WEBAM I EXEMPT OR NON-EXEMPT? International International International YES NO NO https://studenthealthinsurance.rice.edu https://studenthealthinsurance.rice.edu

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Visiting International UG Researchers

WEB(updated as of May 23, 2023) Visiting international undergraduate level (research-only) students are current undergraduate students attending international universities who come to Rice University to engage in experiential research-only learning for less than 1 year. This often occurs in the summer months. Visiting International Undergraduate Researchers …

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