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IMG Sports insurance for students in USA

Are you an international student participating in sports while studying in the U.S.? Whether you’re playing intramural, intercollegiate, or recreational sports, having the right student sports health insurance is essential to protect yourself from unexpected injuries or medical expenses.

At American Visitor Insurance, we offer affordable and comprehensive International student athlete insurance USA plans tailored for international students involved in athletic activities.

Sports insurance for Students

These health insurance for student athletes plans go beyond standard student health insurance by including coverage for eligible sports-related injuries and accidents.

  • International students on F1 or J1 visas
  • Students participating in school-sponsored sports
  • Exchange visitors and scholars engaged in physical activities
  • U.S. students studying abroad with athletic involvement

Why is intercollegiate sports insurance for students important?

Participating in sports as a student whether recreationally, competitively, or as part of your academic program comes with increased risk of injury. Standard student health insurance often excludes or limits coverage for sports-related accidents, leaving students financially vulnerable.

  • Protection Against Costly Sports Injuries: Even minor injuries like sprains or fractures can lead to expensive ER visits, physical therapy, or specialist care. Sports insurance helps cover these medical costs.
  • Meets University & Visa Requirements: Many U.S. universities require proof of insurance that includes sports coverage for students in athletic programs. Certain visa types (like F1 or J1) may also require adequate health protection.
  • Peace of Mind for International Students: International students may be unfamiliar with the U.S. healthcare system, where treatment is costly. A reliable sports insurance plan ensures access to quality care without unexpected bills.
  • Covers a Wide Range of Activities: From intramural soccer to intercollegiate basketball, there are student basketball insurance plans that can be tailored to your specific sport and level of participation, offering broad protection.
  • Coverage Extent: Whether on or off campus, during practice or official games, our insurance plan offers comprehensive coverage, ensuring that students are protected while engaging in sports activities.
  • Team and Group Coverage: If multiple students are part of the same sports team or group, our plan provides coverage for the entire team, offering a cost-effective solution to protect athletes collectively.
  • Pre-existing Conditions: Some plans may offer coverage for pre-existing conditions related to sports injuries after a certain waiting period. This provides additional security for students with prior medical conditions.

How much do IMG sports insurance cost per month?

The IMG student insurance for USA cost per month ranges from $47 to $269 The price depends on the factors such as student's age, coverage duration, medical benefits, deductible, and co-insurance.

These IMG plans offers optional adventure sports. The Traveler can purchase an optional rider at the time of application. The optional riders provide additional coverage for a minimal charge.

IMG student plans Medical Maximum Deductible Sports Coverage Cost*
Patriot Exchange Program $50,000 $500 Covers optional adventure sports $47
Student health advantage Standard $500,000 $250 Covers optional adventure sports $91
Student health advantage Platinum $1,000,000 $0 Covers optional adventure sports $269

The cost of medical insurance for an international student per month aged 20 years.

IMG IMG Insurance plans offering sports insurance coverage

Patriot Exchange insurance

  • Eligibility to buy Patriot Exchange Insurance
    • Be an active Participant, Spouse of the Participant, or Children traveling with the Participant and residing outside his/her primary Country of Residence for a temporary period of time, and if Destination Country is the United States, Insured Person must hold one of the following visa types: F1/F2, J1/J2, M1/M2 or A1/A2
    • Be at least 31 days old but not yet 65 year old.
    • Be physically and legally residing in the destination country with the intent to reside there for at least 30 days on the effective date and at renewal.
    • Not be hospitalized, disabled, pregnant or HIV+ on the initial effective date.
  • Coinsurance Inside US:
    • In-Network: Plan pays 90%; Insured pays 10%
    • Out-of-Network: Plan pays 80%; Insured pays 20%
    Ouside US: No Coinsurance
  • Patriot Exchange Insurance - Key Highlights
    • Covers pre existing condition after 12 months waiting period
    • Emergency medical evacuation covered up to policy maximum
    • Urgent Care Clinic covered up to $50 copay.
    • Student Health Center covered up to $5 copay per visit
    • It is a very affordable plan and meets J visa requirements and F Visa for international students.
    • Medical insurance for students studying abroad or participants of cultural exchange programs.
    • The student can buy this plan with a sports rider to cover activities such as downhill skiing.
  • Patriot Exchange insurance optional riders

    The Student can purchase an optional rider at the time of application. The optional riders provide additional coverage for a minimal charge.

    • Adventure Sports rider hiking
    • Chaperone/Faculty Leader Replacement Rider hiking

Student Health Advantage Insurance

  • Eligibility to buy Student Health Advantage
    • Be an active Participant, Spouse of the Participant, or Children traveling with the Participant and residing outside his/her primary Country of Residence for a temporary period of time, and if Destination Country is the United States, Insured Person must hold one of the following visa types:F1/F2, J1/J2, M1/M2 or A1/A2
    • Be at least 31 days old but not yet 65 year old.
    • Be physically and legally residing in the destination country with the intent to reside there for at least 30 days on the effective date and at renewal.
    • Not be hospitalized, disabled, pregnant or HIV+ on the initial effective date.
  • Student Health Advantage - Key Highlights
    • Student Health Advantage meets US student, scholar, and cultural exchange program visa requirements.
    • Coverage is available for individuals or groups consisting of five or more students along with their dependents.
    • Provides medical coverage for intercollegiate, interscholastic, intramural, and club sports.
    • The Student Health Advantage Standard plan covers pre-existing conditions after 12 months of continuous coverage, while the Student
    • Advantage Platinum plan provides coverage after six months.
    • Covers international emergency care.
    • Offers coverage for emergency medical evacuation up to $500,000 per person.
  • Optional Riders for Student Health Advantage Plan

    The Traveler can purchase an optional rider at the time of application. The optional riders provide additional coverage for a minimal charge.

    • Adventure Sports rider hiking
  • Student Health Advantage Coinsurance
    • Charges incurred outside the US and canada - Company pays 100%
    • Charges incurred inside the US and canada - In PPO or Student Health Center - Company pays 100%; Out of PPO network (PPO network for Student Health Advantage Insurance ) - Company pays 80% of the eligible expenses up to $5,000; then 100% thereafter.

Student Journey Insurance

  • Eligibility to buy Student Journey insurance:
    • Available for non-U.S. individual coming to the USA (or its territories) on J1,F1, and M1 visas.
    • Be at least 31 days old but not yet 65 year old.
    • Be the spouse or child (eligible as dependants) of a participant and reside outside your primary country of residence for a temporary period of time.
    • Be physically and legally residing in the USA with the intent to reside there for at least 30 days on the effective date
  • Student Journey insurance Adventure Sports Rider
    • Available for those up to the age of 65 years.
    • Activities Covered upto lifetime maximum: abseiling, BMX, bobsledding, bungee jumping, canyoning, caving, hot air ballooning, jungle zip lining, parachuting, paragliding, parascending, rappelling, skydiving, spelunking, whitewater kayaking or whitewater rafting in water less than Class V difficulty, wildlife safaris, and windsurfing
    • Each and every activities are carried out in strict adherence with the instruction, best practices, and recommendations for safe practices as prescribed by a Governing Body or Authority.
  • Key Highlights for Student Journey insurance:
    • Chepest student insurance for J1, F1, and M1 visa holders.
    • Meets U.S. and U.S. territories J1 visa requirements, as well as most university requirements for F1 and M1 visa holders
    • Optional Adventure Sports coverage
    • Includes emergency care and support benefits.
    • Available for purchase for a period of up to 12 months.
    • Option to extend coverage to include spouses and children.
    • Telehealth services provide 24/7 access to a nationwide network of board-certified doctors in the U.S.
    • Coinsurance is the percentage of medical costs you share with the insurance company after paying your deductible.
    • For example, if your plan has 80/20 coinsurance, the insurance pays 80%, and you pay 20% of the remaining costs after the deductible.
    • The Student Journey plan often covers 100% in-network after the deductible, minimizing out-of-pocket costs for international students in the U.S.

International student athlete insurance USA

Are you an international student participating in sports during your studies in the U.S.? The Student Journey Insurance plan offers optional Student health insurance for student athletes to cover medical expenses related to sports injuries.

  • F1/J1 visa students in intramural or intercollegiate sports
  • Students in club sports or training programs
  • Exchange scholars and OPT participants involved in physical activities

IMG Sports Student Insurance - Frequently Asked Questions

1. Which is the best international student insurance for sports? Will it cover competition games with other colleges?

Student Health Advantage plan from IMG
This plan provides coverage of $5000 for intercollegiate, interscholastic, intramural, and club sports. This is most requested by international students.

2. Will student insurance in USA cover intercollegiate athletics for international students in USA?

Student Health Advantage plan from IMG covers intercollegiate sports activities: This plan provides $5000 coverage for intercollegiate sports activity.

3. Can you get a sports insurance as an international student?

Yes. There are various student insurance plans that cover sports activities, however the sports activities that are covered by the plan vary from one to another.

While a plan covers intercollegiate sports activities, another might cover adventure sports and hazardous sports or the non contact amateur sports.

Here is a list of student insurance plans that cover sports activities:

Patriot Exchange from IMG
This plan covers limited high school and college sports as an optional rider for 100% after the deductible is met . Similarly, it has an optional rider for adventure sports coverage.

Student Health Advantage plan from IMG
This plan provides coverage of $5000 for intercollegiate, interscholastic, intramural, and club sports. This is most requested by international students.

4. How do I add adventure or sports coverage to my IMG student insurance plan?

Optional riders for adventure or intercollegiate sports coverage can be purchased at the time of application for an additional charge. The specific rider determines the sports and extent of coverage.

5. What is the cost range for IMG student insurance with sports coverage?

The monthly premium generally ranges from $47 to $269, depending on the chosen plan, age, deductible, and medical maximum. The adventure sports or intercollegiate sports rider is an extra minimal fee on top of the base premium.

6. Does the IMG Student Health Advantage plan cover intercollegiate sports injuries?

Yes, the plan provides up to $5,000 coverage for injuries sustained during intercollegiate, intramural, club, or interscholastic sports for international students.

7. What are the main exclusions under IMG student sports insurance?

Coverage typically excludes injuries during professional, high-level intercollegiate competitions, and activities sanctioned by official collegiate bodies unless specifically covered. Most plans also exclude extreme adventure sports, hazardous activities, and some types of racing or high-altitude sports unless an Adventure Sports Rider is purchased.

8. Does IMG student insurance cover pre-existing conditions related to sports injuries?

IMG student insurance does not cover pre-existing conditions related to sports injuries until the insured has maintained continuous coverage under the plan for at least 12 months. After this 12-month waiting period, some coverage for pre-existing conditions may begin, but any sports injury that arose from a pre-existing condition during the first year will not be covered.

9. What are the main exclusions under IMG student sports insurance?

Pre-existing conditions, including those related to sports, are generally not covered during the first 12 months of continuous coverage. Some coverage may begin after 12 months, but limitations remain. Always review the specific plan wording for details.

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