Seven South Carolina colleges and universities, including the University of South Carolina, worked with the Material Management Office of the State Budget and Control Board to develop this plan. It was designed to meet the mainstream health care needs of South Carolina's college and university students. To ensure economical premiums, the plan was purchased through the competitive state procurement system. The underwriter is the Mutual of Omaha Insurance Company. Spouses and dependent children of students covered under the student health plan are also eligible for coverage.
All students pay the same premium.
Different rates apply for spouses and dependent children. There is a monthly payment plan available for annual enrollments. Students must initially enroll or renew coverage within 31 days after the start of an academic coverage period. They must submit an enrollment card and payment to the agent. The insurance plans include medical evacuation and repatriation coverage.