Princeton provides comprehensive health coverage for graduate students, undergraduate students, and their Spouse and/or children under the age of 26.

Required Coverage for All Students

Princeton University requires that all enrolled undergraduate and graduate students maintain health insurance coverage. 

  • Undergraduate students: You can enroll in the Princeton University Student Health Plan (SHP), or waive with an insurance plan that meets our coverage requirements. Learn about eligibility & waiver requirements.
  • Graduate students: You are automatically enrolled in the Student Health Plan and not eligible to waive.

Insurance Plans Offered

Read about the individual plans, including important deadlines and coverage details.

Student Health Plan (SHP)

Review medical and prescription benefits.

Dental Plan

Explore optional DMO and PPO choices.

Vision Plan

Explore optional eye-care coverage.