Health Insurance — 2007-2008 Academic Year
Thomas Jefferson University requires that all students have adequate and acceptable health insurance. If students do not already have coverage through a spouse, parent, or employer, Jefferson offers a PPO health insurance plan through the Chickering Group, an Aetna company.
Rates (September 1, 2007– August 31, 2008)
| Single student |
$2,990.00 |
| Single student + 1 dependent |
$7,731.00 |
| Single student + 2 or more dependents` |
$8,345.00 |
The annual premium cost will be divided between two semesters to help you budget this expense, rather than having to pay the entire fee up-front. You will be charged one-half in the Fall semester and one-half in the Spring semester. Payment must be made by the noted deadline on your tuition bill.
Summary information about benefits (127 KB Adobe pdf file)
Detailed description of benefits (124 KB Adobe pdf file)
Visit the Jefferson-specific area of The Chickering Group Website for more information on how to
- Find a Doctor
- Review your health benefits
- Learn how to fill a prescription
- Learn how to use emergency travel assistance services
- Contact customer service
- Use the Aetna Navigator to access a variety of self-service transactions online
- . . . . and much more member information
To Enroll in the Health Insurance Plan
- Visit the Jefferson-specific area of The Chickering Group website to complete enrollment online.
- Your insurance card will be sent to your local mailing address listed in Banner Web. Please make sure this address is correct.
To Waive Health Insurance
- You may waive your health insurance if you are covered by a spouse, parent, or employer under a comparable plan, once approved by the College.
- Visit the Jefferson-specific area of The Chickering Group website to complete the waiver online.
- Please note that if your alternate coverage expires during the academic year, you have only 30 days to pick up new insurance under the College’s plan.
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