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Health care for international students

Learn about health care in the U.S.

As a SCAD student, you must have adequate health insurance throughout the entire academic year. If you have an F-1 visa, you are automatically enrolled in the SCAD health care policy provided by Anthem.

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Student health services

Students at SCAD Atlanta, SCAD Savannah, and SCAD Lacoste have access to health services through local medical practitioners.

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Health insurance exemptions

If you have an F-1 visa and have health insurance under certain government or embassy-sponsored plans, you may be granted an exemption. Contact the International Student Services Office (ISSO) for more information.

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Proof of insurance

You will receive a new health insurance card each year through your student email address. Present your insurance card when receiving health services.

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Dependent coverage

You may add dependent coverage for spouses or children through Anthem once you arrive at SCAD.

 

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Emergency care

In case of a medical emergency, call 911 for an ambulance to take you to an emergency room. Avoid emergency rooms for minor illnesses to avoid significantly higher costs.

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Coverage outside the U.S.

Your SCAD student health insurance covers you anywhere in the world.

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Pharmacies

Medications for common ailments such as colds, rashes and mild allergies can be purchased at a pharmacy.

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Cost of care

Health insurance does not cover 100 percent of medical costs in the U.S. You must pay a deductible prior to receiving treatment. The medical provider will then work with your health insurance company and mail you a bill at a later date.

Connect with the International Student Services Office

SCAD Atlanta

International Student Services Office

SCAD Atlanta
1600 Peachtree St. NW
Atlanta, Ga.

404.253.3104
issoatl@scad.edu
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SCAD Savannah

International Student Services Office

Norris Hall
548 E. Broughton St.
Savannah, Ga.

912.525.7304
isso@scad.edu
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