SHP Continuation Deadlines
In certain situations, students may be eligible to continue SHP coverage after their enrollment ends. This page outlines important deadlines and steps for requesting continuation of coverage, helping you maintain access to care during transitional periods.
SHP Continuation of Coverage Deadlines**
| Student Scenario | When to Request SHP Continuation of Coverage and Pay* |
|---|---|
| Coverage ending August 31, 2026 (with summer credits) | 7/1/2026 - 10/31/2026 |
| Coverage ending June 30, 2026 (without summer credits) | 6/1/2026 - 8/31/2026 |
| Coverage ending December 31, 2026 | 12/1/2026- 2/28/2027 |
| Coverage ending June 30, 2027 | 6/1/2027 - 8/31/2027 |
*If you receive notice that your coverage has ended after the last day you were covered, your deadline to request and pay for continuation of coverage will be extended to 60 days following the date of our notification.
**Looking for continuation deadlines and costs for coverage that ends on June 30, 2026? Please visit the 2025–26 SHP Costs & Dates page, which has the information for that coverage period.
For more information, see our Continuation of SHP Options for Recent Graduates page.