The Anthem Gold Student Health Insurance Plan (SHIP) is an insurance plan designed specifically for CU Boulder students.
This plan is administered by Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield and provides a full year of medical, mental health and prescription coverage.
Who can enroll
The following students can enroll in the Anthem Gold SHIP.
Enrollment and coverage dates
This plan provides coverage from fall through summer unless you change your selection during the next enrollment period.
Fall
Please note: The insurance portal will open June 18, 2024. You must be enrolled in 6+ undergraduate credit hours or 1+ graduate credit hour to access the portal.
Spring
Summer only
Please note: Summer enrollment is not necessary for students enrolled for spring, as their coverage will continue through the summer. If students need to purchase summer coverage, they can email us at studentinsurance@colorado.edu to discuss their eligibility.
Benefits overview
Campus services
Select services on campus are available for little or no out-of-pocket costs, including primary care, counseling, physical therapy, nutrition and more.
Mental health
Mental health services are available at no cost on campus and with in-network Anthem providers.
Dental
Students can receive one dental exam, cleaning and x-ray per year at no cost through PERFECT TEETH™.
Please note: Graduate students may also be eligible for a graduate-specific dental plan.
Vision
Students can receive one routine eye exam per year at no cost through College Optical in Boulder.
Pharmacy
Students can have prescriptions filled on campus at the Apothecary pharmacy or most retail pharmacies.
Check out the Anthem formulary list to search medications and costs.