• Student Handbook

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• Section 1:
  Before You Leave
  • Overview
  • Applying for a Visa
  • F-1 Visa Status
  • Checklist
  • Orientation
  • Transportation
• Section 2:
  Now That You're Here
  • Overview
  • Arrival Information
  • Climate in Region
  • Money & Banking
  • Housing & Dining
  • Working
  • Living 
  • Driving
  • Health Services & Medical Insurance
  • Culture Shock
  • Alcohol, Drugs & Legal Issues
• Section 3:
  Academic Information
  • Overview
  • Methods & Practices
  • Plagiarism
  • Useful Phone Numbers

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Health Services and Medical Insurance

PSU has a fully staffed Infirmary to meet most health needs. The Infirmary is open during the school year, with the exception of the month of January. It is closed during the summer months. Speare Memorial Hospital, also in Plymouth, is also available for any emergency or greater medical needs.

Medical Insurance

We strongly recommend that all international students have health insurance coverage. There are several local insurance agents in the Plymouth area who can assist you with determining appropriate coverage. They include:

• Bill Driscoll Associates (603) 536-3690
• Ayer Insurance (603) 536-2440
• Main Insurance Agency (603) 536-2100
• Noyes Insurance (603) 536-1735

Be sure to read all documentation and limitations to ensure that you will have adequate coverage while in New Hampshire. Well-known companies include:

• The Gateway Plans
• The Harbour Group
• HTH Worldwide Insurance Services
• The International Student Organization in America – I.S.O.A.
• International SOS – America