Plans that meet the requirements of
University of California Berkeley
ISO Care Elite for University of CA system
$162 per month
- Annual maximum Unlimited
- Annual deductible in-network $40
- Coinsurance in-network 90%
- Maximum out-of-pocket - $6,350
- Copay Student Health Center - $0
- Pre-existing conditions - Covered
- Preventive care - 100% in-network
- Medical evacuation - $100,000
- Repatriation of remains - $50,000
- Provider network - Aetna PPO
ISO Care for University of CA system
$118 per month
- Annual maximum Unlimited
- Annual deductible $500
- Coinsurance in-network 80%
- Maximum out-of-pocket - $6,350
- Copay Student Health Center - $0
- Pre-existing conditions - Covered
- Preventive care - 100% in-network
- Medical evacuation - $100,000
- Repatriation of remains - $50,000
- Provider network - Aetna PPO
ISO Share for University of CA system
$98 per month
- Annual maximum Unlimited
- Annual deductible $1,250
- Coinsurance in-network 80%
- Maximum out-of-pocket - $6,350
- Copay Student Health Center - $0
- Pre-existing conditions - Covered
- Preventive care - 100% in-network
- Medical evacuation - $100,000
- Repatriation of remains - $50,000
- Provider network - Aetna PPO
Insurance Designed For UC-Berkeley Students
As an F-1 and J-1 international student at the University of California, Berkeley (UC Berkeley), securing appropriate health insurance is essential. ISO offers a range of insurance plans tailored to meet UC Berkeley's waiver requirements, ensuring you have the necessary coverage during your studies.
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Frequently Asked Questions for University of California Berkeley
Yes! ISO offers ACA-comparable health insurance plans pre-approved by the University of California. Many international students at UC Berkeley have successfully used ISO plans to waive SHIP.
Yes! In the very unlikely event your waiver is denied due to plan benefits, we’ll work with you to try and get it approved. If we can’t help resolve it, you’ll get a full refund—just make sure to reach out within 30 days of your plan’s start date.
After purchasing your ISO plan, visit the UC Berkeley SHIP Waiver page during the waiver period. Log in with your CalNet ID, complete the waiver application, and upload your insurance documents before the deadline.
Yes, you can! ISO plans offer in-network benefits for services at the Tang Center.
ISO plans provide comprehensive coverage—doctor visits, hospital stays, emergency care, prescriptions, lab work, mental health services, and more. They meet all J-1 and F-1 visa requirements and include 100% coverage for preventive and wellness care.