Quincy College
STUDENT HEALTH INSURANCE PLAN
2025-2026 Academic Year
Eligibility
The Commonwealth of Massachusetts requires that all students enrolled at least three-quarter-time must participate in the Student Health Insurance Program (SHIP) or be covered by a health benefit plan with comparable coverage. Minimum benefit levels and services that are required by the SHIP are set forth in the Qualifying Student Health Insurance Program (QSHIP) regulation.
Plan Highlights
The 2025-2026 Student Health Insurance Plan (SHIP) is provided by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts. The plan is ACA-compliant and includes access to Blue Cross Blue Shield's national PPO network of providers. Students do not have to select a primary care physician and referrals are not required. A summary of the plan benefits, find a doctor tool, and FAQs can be found in the navigation menu on the left-hand side of this page.
The College has partnered with University Health Plans to administer the plan and assist with waiver, enrollment, or benefit-related questions. University Health Plans can be reached at 877-514-2143 or info@univhealthplans.com. If you have specific questions regarding the benefits, please contact Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts at (888) 753-6615.
Cost and Coverage Periods
| Annual Students | New Spring Students | |
|---|---|---|
| Coverage Dates | 9/1/2025 - 8/31/2026 | 1/1/2026 - 8/31/2026 |
| Insurance Cost | $4,433 | $2,957 |
| Waiver/Enrollment Deadline | TBD | TBD |
Enrollment Process
Although students are automatically charged for the SHIP, students will not be automatically enrolled until after the deadline. Students needing coverage should submit the enrollment form located in the left-hand side navigation menu as soon as possible to avoid delays in accessing their health insurance benefits.
Waiver Process
If you are covered by a comprehensive health insurance plan you can opt out of the Quincy College SHIP by completing the waiver form, located in the left-hand side navigation menu. Before waiving, compare the cost, coverage, and benefits of the SHIP to your existing plan. To waive, your plan must meet the below requirements.
- Your plan must be ACA-compliant, filed, and approved in the US
- Your plan must provide insured benefits for doctors, hospitals, labs, pharmacies, and behavioral health providers near the Quincy College Campus
- Services must be accessible in Massachusetts near the Quincy College Campus.
If you do not submit a Waiver Form by the waiver deadline of TBD, you will be enrolled and billed for the Student Health Insurance Plan (SHIP) and be responsible for the premium.
Qualifying Event Enrollment Process
Students who waived the SHIP may qualify for special enrollment rights if they incur an involuntary loss of other coverage. To request an enrollment form and premium quote, contact University Health Plans at info@univhealthplans.com.
To enroll, you must submit an enrollment form, a letter from your prior insurance company documenting your loss of coverage, and payment within 60 days of the qualifying event. If all items are received by the deadline, coverage will be effective as of the first day without coverage under your prior plan.
