Frequently Asked Questions

Opt-Out

All full-time students with at least one on-ground class and all DNP students at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville are required to have a continuous medical insurance policy which complies with the waiver criteria set up by your institution. The online waiver request form must be completed annually in the Fall by all students and will be open each semester to any new students during the waiver deadline dates listed below.

All new students should have received a waiver system activation email. This activation is required before a waiver can be submitted. If you did not receive this email, or the email is more than 30 days old, please click here and request a new waiver activation email be sent to you.

You may only waive coverage during the following Waiver Periods:

2025-2026 Plan Year

Fall: 05/30/2025 - 09/05/2025

Spring/Summer: 10/31/2025 - 01/23/2026

Summer: 04/01/2026 - 07/11/2026