Overview of the Student Health Program from Amwins Underwriting
Student health coverage for college students can be complex. Schools need policies that meet institutional and visa requirements, while students need affordable plans with access to physicians, mental health services, and low out-of-pocket costs. Special Markets Insurance Consultants (SMIC), part of the Amwins Underwriting division, offers a dedicated Student Health program focused on inbound international students. SMIC provides competitive quotes, fast turnaround, and tailored underwriting to fit groups large and small.
Groups We Insure
- Community colleges
- Public colleges and universities
- Private colleges and universities
- College consortiums
Ideal Accounts and Appetite
- Inbound international student populations requiring non-ACA-compliant plans that satisfy visa proof-of-coverage rules.
- Schools and program administrators that need flexible policy design for single-term, multi-term, or academic-year coverage.
- Large groups (entire student bodies or large cohorts) and small groups (individual departments or exchange programs) — SMIC underwrites both.
Accounts that typically fit: colleges and universities seeking custom, visa-compliant plans for international students, student exchange programs, and consortiums that prefer a single policy for multiple member institutions.
Coverage Highlights and Advantages
- Visa-compliant international student health plans: Non-ACA-compliant products designed to meet or exceed international student visa requirements.
- Customized policy design: Benefit structures and networks can be tailored to the school’s needs and the makeup of the student population.
- Competitive pricing: Plans and pricing positioned to keep student premiums affordable while maintaining comprehensive coverage.
- Service and speed: Fast turnaround and underwriting accuracy to help you place accounts quickly during enrollment cycles.
Underwriting Notes and Pricing
SMIC evaluates groups based on enrollment size, student age profile, program duration, and desired benefit structure. Pricing is competitive and varies by state and plan design. Minimum premiums and specific terms depend on the group and filing status — discuss details with SMIC underwriting to confirm state-specific requirements and policy options.
Territories and Availability
All U.S. states except New York. For quick reference, SMIC places business in the following jurisdictions: AL, AK, AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, DE, FL, GA, HI, ID, IL, IN, IA, KS, KY, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MS, MO, MT, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NM, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, DC, WV, WI, WY. Confirm state availability and filing status with underwriting during placement.
Why Work With Amwins Underwriting / SMIC
- Specialized expertise: SMIC focuses on student and specialty markets, giving you underwriting experience and product knowledge tailored to international student risks.
- Flexible capacity: Ability to write custom policies for varied group sizes and program designs.
- Operational support: Fast quotes and accurate underwriting help you meet tight school enrollment timelines.
Example Account Scenarios
- You represent a private university that needs a single insurer to provide visa-compliant health plans for 1,200 incoming international students for the academic year. SMIC can quote a customized group plan with network and benefit options aligned to the school’s needs.
- You place a consortium of community colleges that want a coordinated plan for exchange students across three campuses; SMIC can structure a policy to cover the consortium rather than separate plans for each college.
To learn more about how this program can support your clients, please visit our website: https://www.amwins.com/products/student-health.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of student groups are a good fit for this program?
This program fits inbound international students, exchange students, and institution-wide student populations at community colleges, public and private universities, and college consortiums that need visa-compliant, non-ACA coverage.
Are plans available in my state?
SMIC places business in all U.S. states except New York. State filings and specific plan availability can vary, so confirm with SMIC underwriting when preparing a submission.
How customizable are the plans?
SMIC can tailor benefit designs, coverage periods, and provider access to meet a school’s needs. Customization includes plan duration (term or academic year) and benefit levels that satisfy visa requirements.
What information does underwriting need to quote a group?
Typical submissions include school type, estimated number of covered students, ages, program dates, desired benefits/network, and any prior claims or loss history. Early engagement speeds turnaround during enrollment periods.
Can you write both large and small groups?
Yes. SMIC underwrites both large groups (entire student bodies) and smaller cohorts (departments or exchange programs), providing flexible options to match the group size and institutional needs.
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