New International Students OISS Newsletter

OISS would like to welcome all new International Students! You have overcome many obstacles to join us at St. Thomas. We acknowledge the experience, opinions, and customs you bring to St. Thomas and hope that you have an opportunity to not only learn about American culture and way of life, but also to learn more about yourself and your own culture. The University of St. Thomas is an environment in which to experience new things and to challenge yourself to become a better person by understanding and listening to others. The OISS staff hope you take advantage of opportunities and fully engage with your new surroundings. We look forward to

helping you reach your goals and aspirations. Welcome to the University of St. Thomas!

Health Insurance Waivers due June 14

All F-1 and J-1 visa students are required to enroll in the St. Thomas health insurance plan while attending St. Thomas. All F-1 and J-1 visa students will be charged the insurance fee of $192.00 for the Summer. There are very limited reasons to waive this mandatory insurance for F-1 and J-1 visa students.

Students who intend to waive this insurance must do so by June 14, 2006. For more instructions, please visit our website at http://www.stthomas.edu/oiss/insurance

Supplementary Health Insurance Information:

Dependents (Spouse and Children): See the following website: http://www.stthomas.edu/oiss/insurance for insurance information and rates for dependents (spouse and children). If you intend to purchase optional dependent insurance coverage, you must sign-up during the enrollment period (before June 14, 2006).

Intercollegiate Sports Coverage: F-1 and J-1 students who play intercollegiate sports at St. Thomas must purchase the Intercollegiate Sports Coverage ($300 per person) during the enrollment period (before June 14, 2006).