Medical costs are very high in the United States.
Government supported health services are available only to U.S. citizens. Thus, international students are required to have appropriate insurance to cover health and accident medical treatment. Georgia State University provides such insurance through a private company that was selected for its coverage and service to students. Most international students are required to purchase the GSU mandated policy. The cost for the insurance is automatically added to the tuition and fees that must be paid at the beginning of each academic term.