University of South Carolina
International Accelerator Program
STUDENT HEALTH INSURANCE PLAN
2024-2025
The University of South Carolina International Accelerator Program (USC IAP) is pleased to announce that for the 2024-2025 Academic Year, we have teamed up with Wellfleet Student and University Health Plans (UHP) to provide health insurance coverage for our students. The University of South Carolina International Accelerator Program (USC IAP) Student Health Insurance Plan (SHIP) provides substantial benefits for covered medical expenses at a reasonable cost.
Eligibility
All University of South Carolina International Accelerator Program (USC IAP) students are required to enroll in the University of South Carolina International Accelerator Program (USC IAP) SHIP. Therefore, students are automatically enrolled, and no action is necessary.
Progressed Students
All USC IAP students, including those who have completed the USC IAP program and progressed into the University, will be automatically enrolled in the USC IAP student health insurance plan, and do not need to take any action to renew their coverage. If you have questions about your enrollment, please contact the USC IAP Student Services team via email at studentservices@uofsc.org.
Plan Highlights
The University of South Carolina International Accelerator Program (USC IAP) SHIP is provided by Wellfleet Student. We encourage you to review the coverage by selecting the "Benefit Information” tab in the navigation menu on the left-hand side of this page. Below are some of the highlights of the insurance plan.
- Access to Cigna’s nationwide PPO provider network
- Unlimited maximum benefit per plan year
- Prescription drug coverage
- Office Visit: $10 Copay
- Urgent Care: $10 Copay
- Emergency Room: 10% coinsurance, after deductible (waived if admitted)
- Emergency Transportation (Ambulance):10% coinsurance, after deductible
- Student Health Center: Claims are paid at 100% for covered medical services when rendered at the Student Health Center
Please note, that health insurance in the United States is different than in other countries. We urge you to review the "Understanding US Health Insurance" guide located in the navigation menu on the left-hand side of this page.
To find additional benefit information, search for in-network providers, view your claim status, and access your online insurance ID card, please refer to the additional links on the left side of this page.
Cost and Coverage Periods
| Coverage Period | Coverage Dates | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Annual Fall | 8/7/24 - 8/6/25 | $2,500 |
| Annual Spring | 1/1/25 - 12/31/25 | $2,500 |
| Annual Summer | 5/10/25 - 5/9/26 | $2,500 |
Dental Plan
The dental plan is included in the Wellfleet medical plan and students can visit any dentist of their choice, as there is no specific network of dentists to choose from. The complete description of benefits can be found in the Brochure located in the "Benefit Information" tab in the navigation menu on the left-hand side of this page. Enrollment in this plan is mandatory. All students will be automatically enrolled, and no action is necessary.
Vision Plan
The vision plan is provided by VSP Vision Care. The complete description of benefits and participating provider search can be found by clicking "Vision Insurance" in the navigation menu on the left-hand side of this page. Enrollment in this plan is mandatory. All students will be automatically enrolled, and no action is necessary. Once you are enrolled, no ID cards or claim forms are needed when you see a VSP Network Doctor. Tell the doctor you are a VSP member when making the appointment.
Address Update
To continue to receive communication from Wellfleet and/or University Health Plans, please go to the “Address Update” link on the left navigation menu and provide the following information:
- Mailing Address
- Email Address
Questions?
University of South Carolina International Accelerator Program (USC IAP) has partnered with University Health Plans to administer the plan and help with enrollment and/or benefit-related questions. University Health Plans can be reached at 800-437-6448 or info@univhealthplans.com. For specific benefit-related questions or questions about claims, Wellfleet can be reached at 877-657-5030. When calling or emailing, please be sure to advise you are a University of South Carolina International Accelerator Program (USC IAP) student.
