Helping students make a smooth transition to the UBSDM.
Student Health Insurance
Student Health Insurance Coverage Policy
Overall, the University at Buffalo (UB) does not mandate health insurance for domestic students. Read more about the policy. However, all UB School of Dental Medicine enrolled students are required to maintain health insurance coverage. This aligns with other UB health science schools (e.g., medicine, pharmacy, nursing). This policy is meant to ensure your well-being and keep you in compliance with health regulations.
Health insurance documentation is required of all enrolled students at the SDM.
Domestic Students
Student Health Insurance Attestation Form
As part of your SDM Mandatory Training on UB Learns Brightspace, please complete, sign, date and upload the attestation form regarding your Health Insurance status. This is module 4.
If you are not covered under the health insurance policy of your spouse, parent, domestic partner, etc., you must obtain health insurance coverage.
If you currently have private medical insurance coverage that has more than emergency coverage in Buffalo, NY, you can apply for a waiver.
Student Health Insurance Marketplace
To ensure that you have the necessary resources and information to make knowledgeable decisions about health insurance coverage the university has provided several resources.
Please visit the Find an Insurance Plan page on the university website. You can click the link to learn more about the NYS Health Insurance Marketplace or call 1-855-355-5777 for personal assistance.
Additionally, the staff of the UB Student Health Insurance Office are trained to assist with the NYS Health Insurance Marketplace. Reach out with questions via email or call 716-645-3044. An in-person appointment can be scheduled with trained staff as necessary.
International Students
Please see the international enrollment form for coverage. If students arrive before July 15, 2026, they can purchase for June 15-Aug. 14, 2026 or the entire summer, May 15-Aug.14, 2026.
Student Health Insurance Questions
If you have any further questions or concerns, please contact the UB Student Medical Insurance Office at716-645-3044 or asksmi@buffalo.edu.