Insurance Plans & Fees

All degree-seeking students enrolled at the University of Denver (except those in completely online programs) can use the services offered by the Health & Counseling Center (HCC). The cost of these services varies based on the student's insurance plans and payment of the Health & Counseling Fee.

Each school year, students must actively choose to accept the DU Student Health Insurance Plan (SHIP) or to request a waiver by providing proof of adequate alternate coverage.

The Health & Counseling Fee (HCF) requirements vary by enrollment date and level, supporting campus prevention education and wellness programs, and providing discounts on direct HCC health services.

Student who do not make active selections by posted deadlines will be automatically enrolled in SHIP, and be required the SHIP premium and full HCF.

While open to all students, the HCC is not a Medicaid provider. We encourage all students to purchase the HCF in order to receive discounted services, but students will be responsible for the remaining amounts as we do not bill insurance companies or Medicaid. Students covered by Medicaid must seek an outside Medicaid provider to ensure coverage for services.