Why was the QSHIP developed in Massachusetts?
The QSHIP was established to promote students’ access to quality and comprehensive health insurance. Many insurance plans do not provide coverage for dependents who are full-time students over the age of 19 and the QSHIP allows students to have access to an affordable health insurance alternative. International students have access to the same coverage of health benefits as domestic students under the QSHIP. Requiring participation in a QSHIP or comparable alternative plan also ensures that students will have health services available in close proximity to their school.
