Harvard University Student Health Program

A health program designed exclusively with the student in mind.

Understanding My Health Coverage at Harvard

Student
Health Fee

This mandatory fee allows all Harvard Students access to almost all care at Harvard University Health Services (HUHS) for no additional cost. HUHS offers an array of services, including primary care, urgent care, mental health, and other specialty services.

Student Health
Insurance Plan

Healthcare services outside of HUHS can be expensive. The Student Health Insurance Plan (SHIP) helps reduce your costs to more affordable amounts. The plan works nationwide and abroad and provides coverage for major services like surgeries, emergency care, prescriptions, specialty care, and more.

Harvard University
Student Health Program

The Harvard University Student Health Program (HUSHP) represents the two parts working together (SHF + SHIP) to provide comprehensive health care coverage. This program ensures that students have access to comprehensive medical care on and away from campus.

Those eligible to opt-out-of (waive) the Student Health Fee and or the Student Health Insurance have until September 30 to waive. Learn more about waiving coverage.


The Harvard Student Health Program (HUSHP) offers two dental plan options through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts. Enrollment is open until September 30. Learn more about dental plans and enrollment.


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