Health/Medical Insurance
Unlike many other countries, health care in the U.S. is extremely expensive. Unexpected circumstances may result in large medical bills and long-term financial hardship for F-1 students. Because of this Los Angeles Community College District requires every international student to purchase the insurance plan that is offered through our district. Currently international students can enroll in the Anthem Blue Cross plan that is administered through LewerMark.
2025–26 Academic Year Coverage & Cost:
| Term | Coverage Dates | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Annual | August 15, 2025–August 14, 2026 | $1,625.28 |
| Fall Semester | August 15, 2025–January 3, 2026 | $812.64 |
| Spring Semester | February 1–August 14, 2026 | $812.64 |
| Winter | December 15, 2025–January 31, 2026 (Applies only to students who are admitted for Winter) |
$270.88 |
| Summer | May 15–August 14, 2026 (Applies only to students who are admitted for Summer) |
$406.32 |
If you have a medical emergency, call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room. For non-emergency medical needs, you can find a doctor or go to an urgent care. Make sure to take your medical insurance card and a picture ID with you.
In order to get the best coverage through your health plan, you must choose doctors and hospitals that are in network with LewerMark.
Contact the International Student Center for questions or concerns about your medical insurance.
To learn more about your medical insurance plan and how to obtain your medical card click here.