HEALTH INSURANCE

DePauw operates a Wellness Center which provides routine physical and mental healthcare and information to students.  The treatment available at the Wellness Center is limited and the cost of treatment for any major injury or illness must be paid by the student; therefore medical insurance is required by DePauw.

Medical costs in the U.S. are high and continue to rise.  DePauw provides coverage for international students that protects them anywhere in the world except in their home countries; it also provides prescription reimbursement and maternity coverage. This policy is through the Lewer Agency, Inc and meets the J-1 insurance requirements. If you accept to be enrolled in this plan, insurance will be automatically charged to your student account at the beginning of each semester. The approximate cost is $1,068.00 for the entire year ($89.00 per month billed in two payments at the beginning of each semester).

This coverage includes: 

  • Is valid in the United States
  • Is in effect throughout the entire year
  • Has a minimum dollar coverage of $50,000 per illness or injury
  • Includes maternity
  • Includes hospitalization
  • Includes outpatient care (doctor visit, outpatient surgery, etc.)
  • Unlimited benefit through Assist America, and $25,000 under terms of Policy for repatriation of remains
  • Unlimited benefit through Assist America, and $50,000 under terms of Policy for medical evacuation to home country
  • Includes a deductible not to exceed $500 per accident or illness
  • Indicates covered services as well as excluded services
  • Provides information on how to reach the insurance company in case of emergency (address and telephone number)

Students are highly encouraged to participate in the University-provided insurance policy.  However, if your student has his/her own medical coverage that meets the University’s requirements, a copy of this policy must be submitted, in English, by July 1st.  No alternative policies will be accepted after this date. 

For more information please contact:
Center for International & Experiential Education


Durham House
309 E. Seminary Street
Greencastle, IN 46135 USA
Tel: (765) 658-4355
Fax: (765) 658-4045
Email: loutfijirari@depauw.edu