It is highly recommended that students not covered by a private policy purchase this plan as added medical protection. All undergraduate nonimmigrant international students are required to purchase the graduate student health insurance plan as a condition of registration. An insurance fee will be automatically assessed. Waiver forms are available if you have comparable insurance coverage. Insurance fees are subject to change without notice.
Prepaid services maximize preventive care and access to treatment by minimizing financial barriers.
All students who will need financial assistance to attend UCSB are encouraged to complete the financial aid application process. Almost everyone thinks first of fees and tuition when considering the cost of a college education. But this is only part of the overall cost of attending a university. There are also living expenses, such as food, housing, books, supplies, transportation, and personal expenses. These can comprise more than half of the cost of your education.