The NEW School Waiver Deadline Is SEPTEMBER 8. Here's What You Need to Know Before Then!
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⏰ 32 days left to waive — Deadline: September 8, 2026
$4,859.00. No warning, no opt-in — it just shows up on your bill.
The New School auto-enrolls international students in their Student Health Insurance Plan (SHIP). You're in unless you file a waiver. The charge is $4,859.00 per year.
You can waive it. Students who switch to VISIT® save as much as $3,238.40 per year. Here's exactly what The New School requires — and how VISIT® plans line up against it.
How Much Can You Save?
What The New School Actually Requires
To waive The New School SHIP, your plan must meet these minimums:
Comprehensive illness, injury, and emergency care
Mental health and prescription coverage
J-1 visa: $25k repatriation, $50k evacuation
Deductible of $500 or less
VISIT® ELITE 450, ELITE 250, and ELITE Plus plans are built to meet The New School's requirements. You can confirm your plan qualifies on the VISIT® school page before you submit.
How to Submit the Waiver
1. Step 1 — Get Your Plan: Visit the VISIT® school page for The New School and select your plan. ELITE 450 is the lowest-cost option.
2. Step 2 — Get Your ID Card: Download your digital insurance ID card, certificate of coverage, and benefit summary from your VISIT® account.
3. Step 3 — Submit the Waiver: Go to The New School waiver portal at https://www.universityhealthplans.com/TNS. You'll need your student ID to log in.
4. Step 4 — Confirm Approval: Save your confirmation email. Check your student account in a few days to confirm the SHIP charge was removed.
A Fall waiver carries over to Spring automatically — you won't need to resubmit in January.
The Deadline Is September 8, 2026
Miss September 8, 2026 and you're automatically enrolled in The New School SHIP for the year, and the charge stays on your account.
Submit early. The waiver portal can get slow in the final days before the deadline.
Why Students Choose VISIT®
Built for international students: Not adapted from a domestic plan.
Age-based pricing: Younger students often pay less than the flat SHIP rate.
Enrollment is fully digital: No mailed documents, no waiting on a physical ID card.
Money-back guarantee: If The New School denies your waiver, VISIT's money-back guarantee applies as long as you haven't used the plan yet.
Nearly 50 years of experience: VISIT® has been helping international students navigate US healthcare since 1979.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I waive The New School's health insurance plan?
A: Yes, if your coverage meets the school's comparable-coverage requirements — comprehensive care for illness, injury, emergency, and mental health.
Q: What does The New School require for a waiver?
A: Coverage comparable to the school's Aetna Student Health plan. If you're on a J-1 visa, you also need at least $100,000 in medical coverage per accident or illness, $25,000 for repatriation, $50,000 for medical evacuation, and a deductible of $500 or less. All three VISIT ELITE tiers meet this.
Q: When is the deadline?
A: September 8, 2026. Submit your waiver in the Fall and it automatically applies to Spring too — no need to resubmit.
Q: What if my waiver gets denied?
A: You can request a refund under VISIT's money-back guarantee, as long as the plan hasn't been used yet. Send the denial notice to info@visitinsurance.com.
Ready to waive The New School SHIP and save $3,238.40?
Get your VISIT® plan → https://www.visitinsurance.com/aca-comparable-plans/the-new-school
Submit your waiver → https://www.universityhealthplans.com/TNS
Questions? Contact VISIT®
703-660-9062
Money-Back Guarantee
If the school denies your waiver, you may request a refund within the period allowed by the applicable VISIT® terms, provided the plan has not been used. Send the denial notice promptly to info@visitinsurance.com. Review the current refund terms before enrollment.
Disclaimer: Benefits, premiums, deadlines, and waiver criteria are subject to change. Review the policy documents and the university's current requirements. Waiver approval is determined solely by the university or its waiver administrator.
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