Pre-Approved Alternative Health Insurance Plans

FIU Health Compliance has identified several alternative insurance plans options available. These plans meet the minimum Florida Board of Governor’s requirements, these plans may have reduced benefits and additional exclusions compared to the school sponsored plan through Academic HealthPlan. FIU does not endorse alternative insurance plans, and students are strongly advised to review the policies of alternative plans prior to purchasing coverage. FIU is not responsible if the plan you purchase does not cover.

If you choose an alternative plan, you are NOT required to provide a Compliance Form. You are required to submit proof of insurance via email to insure@fiu.edu. The email MUST include your:

  • Name
  • PID #
  • Certificate of coverage

Note: Monthly payment options will not be accepted for any International Students. Insurance coverage must be paid in FULL for the semester.

Please be aware that there is a 24–48-hour processing time during weekdays for all incoming documents. To check the status of your hold, you may log on to your my.fiu.edu.

FIU Pre-Approved Alternative Health Insurance Plans

FIU does not endorse alternative insurance plans, and students are strongly advised to review the policies of alternative plans prior to purchasing coverage. FIU is not responsible if the plan you purchase does not cover your medical bills. It is strongly encouraged you consider the school sponsored plan prior to purchasing an alternative plan which may have reduced benefits and additional exclusions. 

***Please note that Health Compliance will only accept the School-Sponsored Insurance Plan or pre-approved plans listed on this page. It may take 48–72 hours for Health Compliance to receive updated notification of enrollment in a pre-approved alternative plan, which could result in a delay in your registration.

Coverage Period Required 2026 - 2027
Coverage TermsEffective DateTermination Date
AnnualAugust 2, 2026August 1, 2027
FallAugust 2, 2026December 31, 2026
Spring/SummerJanuary 1, 2027July 31, 2027

By clicking the links below, you understand that Florida International University does not endorse alternative insurance plans and that you are strongly advised to review the policies of alternative plans prior to purchasing coverage or contact FIU Health Compliance for assistance at 305-348-3336 or insure@fiu.edu

  • International Student Insurance (ISI)
    International Student Insurance - ISI

    Insurance Company

    International Student Insurance (ISI)

    Approved Plans

    Student Secure - FIU

    Approved For

    • International Students
    • Graduate Assistants
    • Teaching Assistants and Fellows
    • Visiting Scholars

    Address

    224 First Street | Neptune Beach, FL 32266

    Phone

    (877) 758-4391

    Fax

    (904) 212-0412

    Website

    International Student Insurance

    Email

    info@internationalstudentinsurance.com

    Required Documents

    Enrollment notification within 48-72 business hours.

  • International Student Organization (ISO)
    International Student Organization - ISO

    Insurance Company

    International Student Organization (ISO)

    Approved Plans

    Shield for FIU

    Approved For

    • International Students
    • Graduate Assistants
    • Teaching Assistants and Fellows
    • Visiting Scholars

    Address

    150 W 30th Street, Ste 1101 | New York, NY 10001

    Phone

    (800) 244-1180

    Fax

    (212) 262-8920

    Website

    ISO International Student Health Insurance

    Email

    customercare@isoa.org

    Required Documents

    Enrollment notification within 48-72 business hours.

  • Professional Service, Inc. (PSI)
    Professional Service, Inc - PSI

    Insurance Company

    Professional Service, Inc. (PSI)

    Approved Plans

    World Elite PSI 450

    Approved For

    • International Students
    • Graduate Assistants
    • Teaching Assistants and Fellows
    • Visiting Scholars

    Address

    8206 Leesburg Pike, Ste 305 | Vienna, VA 22182

    Phone

    (703) 879-8828

    Fax

    (703) 935-1313

    Website

    PSI Service - FIU

    Email

    info@psiservice.com

    Required Documents

    Enrollment notification within 48-72 business hours.

  • International Student Protection (ISP)
    International Student Protection - ISP

    Insurance Company

    Alliant Insurance Services – International Student Protection (ISP)

    Approved Plans

    Trail Blazer

    Approved For

    • International Students
    • Graduate Assistants
    • Teaching Assistants and Fellows
    • Visiting Scholars

    Address

    101 Park Avenue, 14th Floor | New York, NY 10178

    Phone

    (877) 738-5787

    Fax

    (610) 293-7618

    Website

    ISP Online Enrollment

    Email

    info@intlstudentprotection.com

    Required Documents

    Enrollment notification within 48-72 business hours.