Health Information
As an international student at MC, the U.S. health care and insurance system may be new to you. The informational resources and videos on this page should help you as begin to navigate health care at Maryville College and in the U.S.
Emergency Medical Care
If you have an illness or injury that requires emergency care, Blount Memorial Hospital is located nearby. The hospital is directly across Highway 321 from the main entrance to the College. If you go to the emergency room, you will have to pay for the visit or file with your insurance. Call 865-981-8112 (Security) or 865-981-8002 (Staff Member on Duty) for assistance while on-campus.
Non-Emergency Medical Care
River Valley Health (RVH) is Maryville College’s primary healthcare partner for students! Through this partnership, students can receive quick access to high-quality, comprehensive medical services. RVH’s Alcoa Health Center has same-day primary care appointments available for students. Whether students prefer to meet with a medical professional in-person or virtually*, RVH is prepared to help students optimize their health. RVH also has an on-site pharmacy that can provide students with medications. Services are available for everyone, regardless of health insurance status.
*First visit must be done in person.
Students may also seek care from other local providers in close proximity to the campus. They have not partnered with MC so standard insurance (or no insurance) rates would apply.
- East TN Medical Group Care Today Clinic: 865-984-3864; 266 Joule St., Alcoa
- Park Med Urgent Care: 865-982-3409; 117 Gill St., Alcoa
- Dr. Robert Proffitt: 865-982-2084; 611 S. Washington St., Maryville
- The Clinic at Wal-Mart: 865-982-1135, 1030 Hunters Crossing Dr., Alcoa
- Walgreens Take Care Clinic: 865-982-1135, Hall Rd., Alcoa
The MC Counseling Center provides short-term counseling for students free of charge (8 per semester/16 per academic year) as well as several other services.
- Workshops and presentations to educate students about mental health and substance use concerns.
- Coordinate peer support groups on campus to help students with identified needs.
- Provide referrals for those students who need more intensive care, have specialized needs, or could use psychiatric medications to help them.
- Have drop-in sessions for more urgent needs and to help with more crisis situations that may need an immediate referral.
Uwill is a free mental health service provided by Maryville College for free virtual teletherapy for students. Students are able to choose their therapist based on preferences such as gender, language, ethnicity, or focus area. Uwill also provides a 24/7/364 helpline for those students who are experiencing a mental health crisis or some level of distress. Uwill is a great alternative for students who would prefer virtual therapy rather than coming to the Counseling Center on campus. They can also help with breaks and when students return home over the summer. Students will receive more information and instructions for how to sign up.
International Health Insurance Policy
If you are a Maryville College student, you will be required to carry medical health insurance for the full duration of your program, including summers. Maryville College provides students and dependents with mandatory health insurance. Please pay attention to the following rules to determine what applies to you:
- J-1 students or dependents sponsored by Maryville College may not opt out of our insurance plan.
- ISEP, and World Learning students, since you have a different J-visa sponsor, you will need to have their insurance. StudyUSA you need to have insurance approved through British Council.
- F-1 (or other visa-type) students may may not opt out of our insurance plan.
Cost & Coverage Dates (2025)
Spring: January 4, 2024 – August 10, 2025 $525
Fall: August 11. 2025 – January 9, 2026 $400 (new student rate)
*note: students who are 25 – 49 are subject to higher insurance prices.
We will enroll all J-1 (as per conditions above) and all F-1 students in this policy AUTOMATICALLY. You will pay for it upon arrival, and it will be valid from the dates above.
All students should, however, consider one’s own health condition, talk with one’s physician, and ensure that one has adequate coverage to meet one’s personal needs that may not be met by the Maryville College Health Insurance.
Current Enrolled Students:
For more detailed information about your insurance plan, including full policy conditions and exclusions, a copy of your insurance ID card and useful information about your insurance plan, please visit: https://administrators.internationalstudentinsurance.com/zones/maryville-collegestudent-zone/
Before you get sick or need medical care, please be sure to:
- Review all information in the Student Zone
- Make sure you understand how to seek treatment
- Make sure you understand what to do after you are seen by a doctor and how to make claims
- Make sure you understand what is covered and what is not covered.
- Review the Health & Safety presentation linked below under Additional Health & Safety Information
- Carry a copy of your insurance document with you at all times. Take a screenshot or picture of it and keep it on your phone.
If you have questions – please do not be nervous about that. Come to International House and ask questions.
Maryville College requires proof of the following immunizations prior to enrollment: Measles, Mumps, Rubella & Chicken Pox.
Spring 2021: Students also need to submit proof of the Influenza vaccine or waiver form.
All vaccine documentation will be completed in your MVP Portal as part of your enrollment checklist.
Students who are unable to get vaccinations prior to arrival may get these vaccinations within the first few days of arrival. However, please note that international student insurance does not cover immunizations or vaccinations.
Please be sure to review these two items from International Student Orientation
Additional Resources
What International Students Should Know about Health Insurance In the US (US News)