Canisius College strongly recommends that all students have health insurance either through a parent/guardian or individual plan. In the event of sickness or injury, uninsured students may put off seeking medical treatment. Knowing this, Canisius College sponsors an accident and sickness plan for all students enrolled for six (6) or more credits. This plan has been arranged by M and T Insurance Agency, through the Allen J. Flood Company.
Details about this plan are available here.
Accident and Accidental Death Benefit
All full time undergraduate students are automatically enrolled in the Basic Accident Medical Benefit and Accidental Death Benefit outlined in the plan above.The Basic Accident Medical plan pays for medical expenses associated with a covered accident up to $3,000. The Accidental Death Benefit pays the Principal Sum of $10,000 for loss of life related to an injury.
Details about this plan are available here.
Unisured Students with Limited Income
Students who are New York State residents, with limited income, may be eligible for health benefits offered through New York State. Visit the New York State web site at www.health.state.ny.us, click on info for consumers to learn about Family Health Plus and Medicaid. Medicaid also has a helpline number at (518-486-9057).