All Rider students are required to have health insurance, and it is important for you and your family to review your current coverage.
Insurance Requirements
Rider University requires each person to have adequate health insurance. Rider University requires proof of insurance by all students who are enrolled in 12 or more credits as an undergraduate, and 9 or more as a graduate student. If a student has valid health insurance that provides (major medical) coverage while studying at Rider University, a waiver form demonstrating adequate coverage must be completed on an annual basis. However, please do not assume that a plan provides coverage: it is strongly recommended that students investigate carefully with their insurance company prior to completing the waiver.
On-campus health care at Health Services is available to all full-time Rider students, regardless of what insurance they carry.
United HealthCare Student Plan: Rider’s Health Insurance for Students
The student health insurance plan (United HealthCare Student Plan) offered through Rider University is a plan designed with a student’s needs and budget in mind. Most importantly, United HealthCare Student Plan gives students access to an extensive network of health care providers practicing in the Lawrenceville area.
Select which type of student you are:
Students With Private Insurance
Major medical health insurance plans from New Jersey and outside the New Jersey region can be accepted with the understanding that coverage is not guaranteed. For a list of insurance companies we participate with please contact the Health Center.
Fees at Health Services
The Rider Student Health Center bills the student's health insurance plan for all services including office visits, immunizations, physicals, etc. The cost-of-care is similar to the cost-of-care in the local community.
Rider Health Services in partnership with Capital Health System bills insurances directly. Claims are submitted to all insurance carriers, but payment is not guaranteed. It is the student’s responsibility to confirm coverage with his or her insurance plan prior to their appointment.