Health and wellness

Balancing health and academics with convenient support

As a U of I Boise student, you’ll have access to a wide range of health and wellness resources in Boise and through U of I’s telehealth (online) services. Whether you prefer in-person support or the flexibility of virtual care, we're here to meet your needs. Our team is dedicated to helping you maintain a healthy balance between your academic commitments and personal well-being. College life can be challenging, and we’re behind you every step of the way.

Student health insurance

U of I requires all full-time, fee-paying, degree-seeking undergraduate students enrolled in 12 or more credits and graduate/law students enrolled in nine or more credits to submit proof of health insurance as a condition of enrollment. Learn more or enroll in U of I's Student Health Insurance Program (SHIP). International students enrolled in one or more credits are automatically enrolled into SHIP.

Learn more about student health insurance

Counseling and Mental Health Center

U of I Counseling and Mental Health Center on the Moscow campus offers telehealth counseling sessions with our team of social workers and psychologists to students at our five state-wide locations. 

Additional services available include initial case management assistance, group counseling and access to our workshops and drop-in programs, all online.

To make an appointment with one of our clinicians call the CMHC Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mountain time at 208-885-6716 (press 1). 

You also have access to telephone counseling after hours and on weekends 365 days a year through Protocol by calling 208-885-6716 (press 3). 

For current students, learn more on Inside U of I

Emergency resources

In an emergency, or if you are a danger to yourself or others, call 911.

If you are in crisis or have an urgent need, you can contact one of the following for support:

• Western Idaho Community Crisis Center 208-402-1044
• Idaho Suicide Prevention Hotline: 208-398-4357 (call or text)
• National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255
• NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Health) call: 1-800-950-6264 or text: 741741