January 17, 2012 – 3:05 pm
Spring semester is rapidly approaching for most college students, with classes starting in the upcoming weeks. Want to pick up some positive habits to help you start your semester off with your best foot forward? Solid organizational skills are the key to success in college. It is essential to learn to effectively juggle responsibilities and [...]
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December 27, 2011 – 9:44 am
With classes, homework, clubs, sports, shows, friends and a bustling social scene, it’s hard to find time for staying healthy when you’re away at school. A lot of sharing happens at college – sharing rooms in the dorms, sharing meals at the dining hall and study space at the library, even sharing drinks at [...]
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December 22, 2011 – 12:49 pm
The holidays are finally upon us! Most students travel home to reunite with family and friends, and many families travel to come together from all over to celebrate. With Millions of Americans traveling during the holidays, things can definitely get a little complicated. Whether it is the large crowds or the winter weather, it [...]
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December 15, 2011 – 10:26 am
If you’re graduating this December, congratulations! What an achievement! Unfortunately, with graduation comes a lot of potentially stressful logistics – finding a job, moving, maybe even applying to grad school. You’ve got a lot on your plate, so maybe you haven’t had a chance to think about what’s happening with your health insurance upon graduation. [...]
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New college graduates need to take responsibility for their health insurance needs. GradGuard offers two good alternatives for young adults – the first is short term medical insurance. Although short term medical insurance is not ideal for all new graduates, it is often a good fit for the often uncertain career paths of new graduates who do not have any chronic medical conditions. GradGuard also offers the Student Health Plan – which is available to members of College Parents of America and provides a good alternative for new graduates who may be entering graduate school programs.
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September 26, 2010 – 7:16 pm
The September 26th edition of the Wall Street Journal published an article titled “How College Health Plans Are Failing Students”. The article fails to address just how few affordable choices students have if the school plan does not meet their needs. GradGuard shares the goal of colleges that seek to mitigate the risks that could interfere with a students goal of completing an education. Health coverage is fundamental to this goal and is addressed through GradGuard’s Student Health Plan. In addition to GradGuard’s Student Health Plan, GradGuard also offers tuition insurance, college renters insurance and the Student Protection Plan.
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September 24, 2010 – 6:46 am
If you have recently sent a son or daughter off to college, it is critically important that you have a signed Health Care Power of Attorney (HCPOA) in place. This document is important because once your child turns 18, they are legally recognized as an adult and the colleges they are attending generally cannot share medical information with you.In the case where you may need the HCPOA, you may also find yourself needing emergency medical evacuation insurance or be in at risk for losing the investment in that semesters education expenses. GradGuard offers an affordable solution thru its Student Protection Plan, which includes not only tuition insurance but also emergency medical evacuation insurance.
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September 13, 2010 – 10:40 am
With college campuses again buzzing with students, the fall will bring concerns about the flu and other potentially serious illnesses. As parents remind their students to get flu shots, they should also consider how an illness like the flu or mononucleosis can impact academic performance – as well as their finances. Although school is already back in session, it’s not too late to protect the cost of college attendance. GradGuard tuition refund insurance covers the cost of tuition and other non-refunded expenses in the case of a medical withdrawal, and is available at any time before or during the semester.
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September 5, 2010 – 2:41 pm
National Public Radio created a fantastic summary of the Big 5 Issues facing students on campus. GradGuard recognizes that these health issues are also real potential risks that may interrupt an academic semester and also lead to a medical withdrawal. These “Big 5″ reminders by NPR are another independent source recognizing the risks to the investment college students and their families make to support them. Thanks to NPR for providing another argument for students to also consider purchasing tuition insurance.
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September 2, 2010 – 2:50 pm
Insurance is something that college students should inventory with help from their parents. Even seemingly small events – like a stolen laptop or mono – can impact a family’s financial well-being and a student’s long-term success.
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