Health Insurance
RIT expects all students to have health insurance. Health insurance coverage ensures that your student receives the appropriate medical care in the event of an injury or illness that requires prescription medication, a referral to a specialist, or even hospitalization. Health insurance may be obtained through the university,
or through family or individual policies.
If your student will use a family plan, please contact the company to determine what coverage your student has in Rochester, as many companies have limited out-of-network coverage. If your student will not be on a family plan, RIT offers a robust student health insurance plan with an expansive provider network across the U.S. and out-of-network benefits. Learn more about health insurance requirements here.
College Tuition Insurance
This elective insurance plan
provides coverage for tuition, fee, and housing charges in the event of an unexpected withdrawal from classes due to an illness or accident.
Deaf Culture at RIT
One of the most unique aspects of RIT is that it is home to the National Technical Institute for the Deaf (NTID); more than 1,200 Deaf and hard-of-hearing students study at RIT. Hearing students will interact with the Deaf community in courses, residence halls, and at campus events. There are many ways hearing students can be involved in Deaf culture, including taking ASL courses and learning through peer-to-peer opportunities like No Voice Zone.