- Apply During open Enrollment
Anyone can generally buy marketplace health insurance only during the annual Open Enrollment period.
- Open Enrollment starts November 1 and goes through January 15 each year.
- Applying Outside of Open Enrollment
If you missed Open Enrollment (November 1-January 15), you may still be able to get health coverage if you qualify for a Special Enrollment Period, due to a Life Event.
Qualifying Life Events Include:
- Getting married or divorced married.
- Having a child or adopting.
- Losing coverage because you turned 26, left your job, or your job benefits were reduced.
Read More about Qualifying to Enroll in Health Insurance Outside of the Open Enrollment Period.
- Medi-Cal
People who qualify for Medi-Cal, can apply for health insurance at any time.
- To see if you qualify for Medi-Cal based on income, view this chart. Income numbers are based on your annual or yearly earnings.
Read More about Qualifying for Medi-Cal.
- To see if you qualify for Medi-Cal based on income, view this chart. Income numbers are based on your annual or yearly earnings.
- Assistance with Enrollment
Make an appointment to speak with a Certified Enrollment Counselor at Student Health Services.
With this provider, you can:
- Discuss your insurance needs.
- Apply for Medi-Cal or private insurance coverage.
- Receive assistance if you’ve applied but have questions about coverage or when your coverage starts.
- Receive Assistance in locating a local primary care provider and getting established as a regular member.
- Enroll in Cal-Fresh.