Health Insurance Waiver Policy

Effective August 1, 2025, an F-1 or J-1 non-immigration visa holder enrolled at LSU may request a waiver if: 

• The student provides proof of health insurance through a sponsor (for example government sponsored scholarships, bi-lateral exchange students, LSU student-athletes, LSU Global). 

• The student provides proof of health insurance provided by a United States employer. 

• The student provides proof of health insurance provided by a US-based parent, spouse, or domestic partner.  

If the student’s plan does not include repatriation and evacuation coverage, students will be required to purchase coverage through the LSU health insurance provider. 

To learn more about the waiver process, click here.

Please note that previously waived policies may no longer be eligible for a waiver beginning in the fall 2025 semester.