Health insurance can protect you at any age. Know your options, whether you’re still covered through a parent’s health insurance plan or searching for your own plan.
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4 health insurance options for young adults
- Your college or university. If you’re in school, you may be able to enroll in a student health plan.
- A parent’s plan. If you’re under 26, you may be able to enroll in or stay covered through a parent’s health insurance plan.
- The Marketplace. If you have certain life changes, like a move, or if your income is within a certain range, you may qualify for a Special Enrollment Period to enroll in a Marketplace health plan for the rest of 2023. Get a quick overview of the Health Insurance Marketplace®.
- Medicaid. If you’re just starting out, you may qualify for free or low-cost coverage through Medicaid and if you’re eligible, you can enroll immediately.
Learn more about getting covered if you’re under 30.
