Student travel insurance is essential to provide a financial safety net for unexpected emergencies during trips, such as medical bills, trip interruptions, and cancellations.
There are two main types of student travel insurance: standard travel insurance for short-term trips with emergency medical coverage, and global health plans for longer trips with comprehensive medical coverage.
Top-rated policies for students include GeoBlue for a three-month trip duration, IMG Patriot plans that start at five days, and WorldTrips StudentSecure policies for a minimum of 30 days.
While travel insurance does not cover tuition costs for students studying abroad, accommodation expenses can be reimbursed if billed separately. Emergency assistance hotlines are available 24/7 for both standard and global health plans.