Office of Multicultural & International Student Programs

Health and Accident Insurance

All international students at Hofstra, resident and nonresident, are billed as part of their fees for health and accident insurance. The fee for international health and accident insurance is approximately 400 USD per semester.

Medical care for students is provided at the on-campus Health and Wellness Center. The Hofstra University Wellness Center focuses on providing holistic oriented health care. This would include initial diagnosis and treatment of injuries and/or illnesses, and appropriate follow-up for most short-term illnesses. Providers are experienced in treating common medical problems seen on college campuses and are advocates of a wellness approach to health care, which empowers patients to become partners in managing their health needs, through education and knowledge. In addition, Nassau University Medical Center and other hospitals are located nearby.

If you wish to attempt to have the health and accident insurance fee waived, you must complete a waiver form (which can be picked up in the Office of Multicultural & International Student Programs, 242 Mack Student Center, North Campus) and provide two copies of your full current insurance policy (in English). Please be advised that your insurance must include arranging and coordinating emergency medical evacuations and repatriation of remains. Both copies and the form must be submitted to 242 Mack Student Center by 5 p.m. on the Friday of the first week of classes. Late waiver forms cannot be accepted. If you have any questions regarding health insurance, please contact: Office of Multicultural and International Student Programs. 516-463-6796