The Wellbeing Program gives you access to valuable resources that could help reduce healthcare expenses, including an HSA and opportunities for its use.
WGU provides all the support you need, starting with an Enrollment Counselor to help assess and select your program, followed by a Program Mentor who is there throughout your experience.
Benefits
WGU is committed to student wellbeing and offers many services and benefits designed to promote it, such as confidential mental health and wellness services, 24/7 crisis support, referral to basic life needs resources in local areas, travel reimbursement benefits for healthcare services provided by contracted providers as well as criminal background checks as part of admission requirements for Leavitt School of Health programs.
WGU can assist with both healthcare career advancement and medical school preparation by offering online degrees that are flexible enough to fit into your schedule – ideal for working professionals and parents. Plus, their Program Mentors can be relied upon for guidance as you chart your courses or address any queries that arise along the way.
WGU provides its students access to an extensive library of full-text journals, newspapers and academic papers as well as 24-hour research assistance via its “Ask a Librarian” chat service. All WGU students can make use of these services; your Program Mentor will refer you if needed.
WGU’s learning model places emphasis on competence over time spent in class, helping you move through your degree as quickly as you can demonstrate your knowledge and abilities. Their innovative way of assessing these traits allows you to move without spending unnecessary time covering material you already know.
Tuition rates at this institution are among the most competitive available, and students often receive scholarships to offset costs. Furthermore, this university is accredited and approved for federal financial aid and U.S. veteran benefits; making it an attractive option for students from diverse backgrounds. For more information, visit their website or speak with an enrollment counselor; they also can assist in enrolling you into their Student Health Insurance Plan which offers up to 212 days of coverage annually and allows enrollees to enroll as new hires, during open enrollment, or via qualifying events.
Enrollment
WGU Medical Plan students can receive reimbursement for travel costs to see contracted providers outside their service area for routine and specialist appointments, maternity care and even abortion services if eligible – marking an improvement in women’s healthcare coverage that underscores WGU’s long-term commitment to offering high-quality healthcare benefits to its employees.
At WGU, enrollment is an easy process that begins with speaking to your Enrollment Counselor. They’ll explain the cost and admission criteria of your desired degree program as well as assist with filling out and submitting a federal financial aid application – plus answer any other queries about WGU that arise!
WGU provides an accommodating learning schedule that lets you work on your degree whenever it works best for you – morning, night, weekends. Access courses via desktop computer, laptop computer or tablet and log on any time day or night to participate in discussions and submit assignments.
WGU provides many learning resources to support you throughout your degree program and beyond, from the university library and Ask a Librarian chat feature, to unlimited access to e-books and educational materials that can help research in any field. You will find these tools invaluable throughout your studies at WGU.
WGU Medical Plans offer affordable healthcare coverage wherever you live or travel, including emergency evacuation and repatriation as a benefit. Plus, with no monthly premium and over 700,000 providers nationwide – you are sure to have all your healthcare needs taken care of with WGU’s plans!
Students enrolled in university health plans that offer Cigna Saveon Rx coupons can make substantial savings when purchasing medication with these savings. Plus, students can take advantage of free telemedicine consultations and healthcare services like Telehealth.
Waiver period
Students with existing health coverage can waive GW Student Health Insurance Plan (SHIP) by submitting an online waiver form. The waiver site opens for fall waiver requests on June 1 and December 1. Students are strongly advised to submit their waiver requests early as this can help ensure their hold will be removed in time for registration – though keep in mind the process could take several days!
SHIP is mandatory for full-time WesternU students enrolled in non-degree, thesis/dissertation continuous registration courses or international students on F1 or J1 visas. Students granted an exemption must comply with tuition payment requirements by making all payments by the first day of their term; otherwise they risk incurring a tuition hold and are unable to register for classes.
All WGU students are required to submit a criminal background check prior to starting coursework, with this requirement intended to protect the public and meet program expectations, reasonably ensure compliance with state regulatory board requirements and meet contractual/legal obligations with clinical partners. Any flagged background checks will be evaluated individually in order to assess admission or placement into programs.
WGU provides more than 60 bachelor’s and master’s degrees across business, IT, healthcare and K-12 education tailored for working adults. Their competency-based learning model helps students progress as quickly as they learn while saving both time and money on tuition costs.
At our university, students benefit from not only an outstanding academic experience but also from numerous resources designed to promote both their personal and professional wellbeing. These include mental health and wellness support services, 24/7 crisis support services and referrals to local basic life needs resources. Furthermore, we have a career center which assists in job searches, resume reviews and interview preparation.
Anthem associates who meet certain eligibility requirements can now pursue graduate studies without incurring significant out-of-pocket expenses thanks to this new partnership between both companies. It marks one of the first programs offering employee-based graduate degrees in America; The Anthem Education Assistance Program will cover tuition and up to $5,000 annually towards an approved master’s degree program.
Exclusions
WGU requires its students to maintain comprehensive health insurance until an acceptable waiver application has been submitted by the designated deadline. This policy covers both full-time and part-time students enrolled in thesis/dissertation continuous registration courses; it does not apply, however, to programs with 100% online instruction or with no traditional face-to-face coursework.
Students should discuss their options with their advisors to find the one that’s right for them, using the MUSC website to check coverage status or purchasing coverage through Academic Health Plans if applicable.
WGU provides an innovative tuition model that empowers students to manage the final costs of their degrees. Tuition is charged per term, while an affordable monthly subscription includes access to all online learning resources (e-books, library access etc). By eliminating bookstore sticker shock and eliminating bookstore sticker costs compared with traditional universities, this flexible approach saves students hundreds each term at WGU compared with traditional universities. Furthermore, WGU’s unique model also enables accelerated progress through material they know well or learn quickly to further reduce total degree costs.
WGU may require official transcripts from previous educational institutions in order to evaluate transfer credit, confirm sufficient background for graduate programs, or assess financial aid eligibility. Our free transcript gathering service makes this easy – contact us now so that your transcripts arrive as quickly as possible!
Students completing Leavitt School of Health programs will be required to submit fingerprints and criminal history records, which will be carefully considered in each individual case to protect the public, ensure program expectations are being met, meet state regulatory board requirements and support WGU’s contractual and legal obligations to clinical partners. WGU reserves the right to review any flagged records at its own discretion and may revoke enrollment based on its findings.
To access the WGU Library, first register with your MUSC ID number and password. Then search articles, books, videos, bookmark articles for later viewing as well as use our online e-book reader on a tablet or smartphone to read from.