Office of Admissions, CSU, Chico
Graduate International - Health Issues
Required Immunizations
You are required to have proof of a tuberculin (TB) test (within the past 6 months), and the measles/rubella immunization (after the age of one). If you do not have acceptable proof of these injections during Orientation, you will receive the tuberculin test for free and the measles/rubella immunization for approximately $60.
If you are 18 years of age or younger on the first day of the semester you must also present proof of immunization against Hepatitis B or complete the series of injections after your arrival. There is a fee for this injection series.
Insurance requirements
The Chancellor's Office, which governs all campuses of the California State University, has issued strict requirements for proof of acceptable health and accident insurance for all F-1, J-1 or M-1 visa holders.
Required minimum coverage:
$50,000 minimum for accident or illness
$10,000 minimum for medical evacuation
$7,500 minimum for repatriation
Insurance policies that meet these minimums are available to students after they arrive or may be purchased online at www.csuhealthlink.com One widely used policy costs approximately $790 for 12 months of coverage. Optional dental plans are also available through CSU Health Link.