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International Student Services

The Future of Health Knows No Borders

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Across our Texas campuses, you’ll find a welcoming community ready to help you feel at home, build connections and thrive at Ïã½¶Ö±²¥.

International students bring valuable perspectives, experiences and ideas to the Ïã½¶Ö±²¥ community. We’re here to help you navigate immigration requirements, adjust to academic and cultural life, and find meaningful ways to connect and get involved.

Review F-1 Application Procedures


Prepare for Your Journey to Ïã½¶Ö±²¥

Review the application requirements for F-1 international students, including financial documentation, Form I-20 funding, foreign transcript evaluations and proof of English proficiency.

Pre Arrival Guide           Post Arrival Guide

International Student Health Insurance

Review Ïã½¶Ö±²¥ health, evacuation and repatriation insurance requirements, coverage information and waiver eligibility for F-1 international students.

All students must obtain and maintain health insurance coverage that is Affordable Care Act (ACA) compliant while enrolled at the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (Ïã½¶Ö±²¥), except those enrolled in a 100% distance program. Per OP 77.19 

Ïã½¶Ö±²¥ requires all non-immigrant F-1 students to maintain health, evacuation and repatriation insurance in accordance with Ïã½¶Ö±²¥ OP 77.03. F-1 students must enroll in the university-sponsored insurance plan unless they qualify for a waiver through a U.S. employer-sponsored plan provided by their employer, parent or spouse.


To request waiver approval, schedule a meeting with Keri Shiplet

The Office of Student Life manages Ïã½¶Ö±²¥ student health insurance processes, coverage information and waiver requirements.

Explore Student Health Insurance

Get Involved at Ïã½¶Ö±²¥

Connect with students who share your interests, experiences and goals. Ïã½¶Ö±²¥ student organizations offer opportunities to build friendships, develop leadership skills and make a meaningful impact across our university community.


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Student Organizations

Bring your interests, your experiences and your culture to campus. Ïã½¶Ö±²¥ student organizations make it easy to meet people, explore new interests and build a community that can make Texas feel like home. Whether you join an established organization or help lead something new, there are plenty of ways to get involved.

Explore student organizations


International Student Organization (ISO)

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International Student Organization logo featuring colorful figures encircling the letters ISO.

Meet other international students, celebrate cultures from around the world and help shape the international student experience at Ïã½¶Ö±²¥. ISO creates opportunities to build friendships, share ideas, participate in educational and cultural programs, and advocate for the needs of international students.


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Spectrum of Unity

Find community while helping make Ïã½¶Ö±²¥ more welcoming and accessible for everyone. Spectrum of Unity brings students together to remove barriers, support historically marginalized individuals and advance belonging across all Ïã½¶Ö±²¥ schools.


Student Government Association

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Make your voice part of the conversation at Ïã½¶Ö±²¥. The Student Government Association represents student needs and interests while working with students, faculty, university leaders and the broader community to create a supportive, inclusive and student-centered experience.

Learn more about the Ïã½¶Ö±²¥ SGA


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