All students must have a complete medical insurance policy when they are enrolled at CU Boulder. CU Boulder wants students to have financial security in case they experience a severe illness or injury while studying at the university. We are hopeful that having an insurance plan will assist them during these times, allowing them to continue their educational pursuits. Please visit Student Health Insurance Plans to learn more about your options.

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Health Insurance Rates

  • $2,420* per semester (fall and spring) - Anthem Student Health Insurance Plan (SHIP)
  • $270 per semester - BuffCare Supplemental Coverage Program​

​* Pending final approval by the Colorado Department of Revenue - Division of Insurance

How health insurance affects the tuition bill: If you do not waive the Anthem Gold SHIP each fall semester by providing verification of private insurance, the amount for Anthem Gold SHIP will appear on the tuition bill and will be included in the balance due for the semester. You can find instructions on how to make your selections on the Health Insurance Requirement website when the insurance portal opens.

Fall 2024 Deadlines for Health Insurance Selection

  • June 18, 2024 (Tues.): Insurance portal opens
  • Sept. 5, 2024 (Thurs.): Deadline to pay the university bill
  • Sept. 15, 2024 (Sun.): Insurance selection deadline (portal closes)

Health Insurance Requirement Resources

303-492-5107
studentinsurance@colorado.edu
CU Boulder Health Insurance Requirements