Plans are also more affordable ….
Plans are also more affordable than ever because of the American Rescue Plan Act. You have until Jan. 15 to enroll, so check it out today to ensure you get covered in time.
The last option for students in Montana is the Montana University System student plan. Students taking at least six credits may be eligible to purchase this option. The Academic Blue plan provides comprehensive coverage, and students can opt into purchasing the plan during registration, but it does come at quite a cost. Academic Blue is about $385 per month and doesn’t qualify for free financial help such as tax credits. If you are receiving financial aid it can be paid for through that, but we crunched the numbers and it’s about $18,000 extra onto your existing student loan debt for four years of school.
We know that this world of health insurance is complicated and messy, especially if you’re trying to navigate it alone. Until federal policies reform the health insurance inequities, we still need to make sure we’re covering our health needs. Students have more coverage choices than ever, so please don’t wait too long.
Open Enrollment for the Health Insurance Marketplace closes on Jan. 15. Learn more about your coverage options and get free help, visit www.healthcare.gov or www.covermt.org. We hope that everyone can take a few minutes to see if there is a better, more affordable health care option out there.
