Anthem Gold Student Health Insurance Plan (SHIP)

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.

Enroll in Anthem Gold SHIP coverage

Who can enroll

The following students can enroll in the Anthem Gold SHIP. 

  • Degree-seeking undergraduate students enrolled in six (6) or more undergraduate credits. 
  • Degree-seeking graduate students enrolled in one (1) or more graduate credits. 
  • Non-degree seeking continuing education, study abroad or evening MBA student enrolled in six (6) or more credits. You must also pay the base and student health fees. To confirm your eligibility, please call 303-492-5107 or email studentinsurance@colorado.edu. 
  • Students approved for the leave of absence program can enroll for one semester. To confirm your eligibility, please call 303-492-5107 or email studentinsurance@colorado.edu. 
  • International exchange students and J-1 exchange students can choose to enroll in the Anthem Gold SHIP but are not required to. 

*Students enrolled in Coursera courses are not eligible to enroll in SHIP.

Enrollment and coverage dates

This plan provides coverage from fall through summer unless you change your selection during the next enrollment period. 

Fall

  • Open enrollment begins: June 2, 2025
  • Open enrollment deadline: Aug. 22, 2025
  • Coverage period: Aug. 1 to Dec. 31, 2025
  • Cost: $2,442 per semester *pending approval of DOI

Enroll in Anthem Gold SHIP coverage

Spring

  • Open enrollment begins: Dec. 1, 2025
  • Open enrollment deadline: Jan. 16, 2026
  • Coverage period: Jan. 1 to July 31, 2026
  • Cost: $2,442 per semester *pending approval of DOI

   Please note: The insurance portal for spring will open Dec. 1, 2025.

Summer only

  • Coverage dates: May 1 to July 31, 2026
  • Enrollment dates: April 13, 2026 to May 31, 2026
  • Cost: $1,223 per semester *pending approval of DOI

   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.  

Please note: This plan is not eligible for COBRA and does not provide coverage or benefits for dependents or spouses. 

Enroll in Anthem Gold SHIP coverage 

*Enrollment begins June 2, 2025

How to use Anthem Gold SHIP 

Students can use this plan on campus, locally and nationally through the Anthem network. 

Learn how to use your insurance plan on and off campus, access your insurance cards, check pharmacy benefits and more. 

How to use Anthem Gold SHIP

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Learn more about CU's Anthem Gold Student Health Insurance Plan (SHIP) benefits, enrollment and more. 

Contact us

If you have questions, please contact the Student Health Insurance office. 

Office hours 

Summer 
Monday–Friday 
8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Fall and spring 
Monday–Friday 
8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.  

Campus location 

   Wardenburg Health Center, 2nd floor