Travel and Information

Resources are available to you as a UC SHIP enrollee if you travel or are away from home.

Travel Insurance

Enrollees in the University of California Student Health Insurance Plan (UC SHIP) are covered for approved medical expenses incurred while abroad through the Blue Cross Blue Shield Global Core Program. The University of California also offers the UC Travel Insurance for travelers on official University business.

Out of Area Care

You have several options for seeking care if you are outside the Bay Area and have an acute issue arise.

UC Reciprocity

If registered for a current term on any University campus, students have access to basic outpatient health care services of any other University campus, under conditions that apply to students registered on that campus. 

International Medical Evacuation

Find detailed information on UC SHIP travel benefits, including emergency care and evacuation coverage, as well as the UC Business Travel Insurance program for students traveling on University business.