Most students know little about health care costs and insurance, so parents and guardians have a crucial role in making sure they have a health insurance plan that really works to facilitate accessible, timely, and affordable care.

As a parent, you recognize the links between physical and mental health, and academic and personal accomplishments. Without adequate coverage, unexpected medical expenses could alter your daughter or son’s future. Your student should have health insurance that assures maximum access to care with minimal barriers. We urge to to carefully consider your options, including Cornell's Student Health Insurance Plan (SHIP).

• "Insure Your Health": information to support a smart decision about health insurance
• SHIP enrollment/waiver information for Cornell undergraduates
• Gannett staff advice RE selecting a student health insurance plan
• Impact of U.S.Health Care Reform on student health insurance
• Cornell policy and criteria for quality health insurance
• Health insurance comparison chart (pdf) to help make an informed selection
• Paying for health care fact sheet (pdf)

For more information about Cornell’s health insurance requirements and the SHIP, please contact the Cornell University Office of Student Health Insurance.