WELLNESS & HEALTH INSURANCE

Empowering Your Success, Anytime, Anywhere

Student Wellness in an Online Environment

Wellness addresses the whole person! Wellness includes your intellectual, emotional, financial, social, and mental well-being. It takes a holistic approach to tackling the demands that you will experience as an online student. Managing the stress that comes with such demands will enable you to reach your highest potential.

  • Self-Care

    Self-Care

    • Exercise regularly
    • Eat a balanced diet
    • Practice good hygiene
    • Pamper yourself

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    Stress Management

    • Get adequate sleep
    • Set realistic goals
    • Engage in hobbies
    • Meditate to reduce anxiety

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    Maintain Social Connections

    • Attend social events
    • Join clubs and organizations
    • Create a study group
    • Participate in group projects

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    Goal Setting

    • Set clear and specific goals
    • Establish priorities
    • Track your progress
    • Hold yourself accountable

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    Staying Organized

    • Use a planner or calendar
    • Create a to-do list
    • Establish a routine
    • Maintain a digital filing system
    • Keep your workspace clean

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    Ask for help

    • Identify the right person
    • Schedule time to talk
    • Clearly articulate your concerns
    • Create an action plan

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Health Insurance

Fairfax University of America does not provide health insurance. Students are expected to acquire and pay for their own health insurance.

International students must be covered by health insurance which meets the US Government visa requirements, State of Virginia requirements, and Fairfax University of America requirements. Be sure that your insurance plan begins at least five days before the program start date and extends at least five days past the program end date to cover travel periods.

If you have questions about health insurance, please contact the Department of Student Success at: 

Prescriptions

Bring a copy of ALL prescriptions for medicines, eyeglasses, and contact lenses with you. For international students, any prescriptions should be written in English.

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SMOKE-FREE CAMPUS

Fairfax University of America is a smoke-free campus. Smoking is not permitted within 50 feet (16 meters) of any university facility. The Fairfax County Health Department offers resources to those interested in quitting smoking.
To learn more about the Fairfax County smoking cessation resources, please visit:

Fairfax County Virginia