GradGuard

Tuition insurance

Protect your college investment

What happens when your education is disrupted by a serious life event? Depending on when you withdraw from school, you may not be eligible to receive a full refund of your tuition and fees.

GradGuard Tuition Insurance enhances the scope of Missouri State's existing refund policy. Students and parents can avoid a financial loss when the unexpected happens.
What's covered?

Take a pause, get your money back

GradGuard can reimburse up to 100% of a student’s investment. This includes tuition, room, board and other eligible fees if the student withdraws due to a covered reason.
  • Serious injury or illness: Such as mono, concussions or severe head injuries.
  • Chronic illness: Such as diabetes or an auto-immune disorder.
  • Mental health conditions: Like depression, anxiety, suicide/attempted suicide.
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Ensure your financial well-being

Are you ready for college?

Many schools don't offer a full tuition refund once classes start. With GradGuard, you can be financially protected in case you get sick, injured or face a life crisis. The following percentages are based on a American College Health Association spring 2024 survey.
21%
Percentage of students who experienced ongoing or chronic depression.
58%
Percentage of students with concussions say it negatively impacted their academic performance.
46%
Percentage of students with colds indicated that it negatively impacted their academic performance.

Important: You need to purchase a plan by the end of the first week of classes for each term.

Don't wait before it's too late.

Tuition insurance must be purchased by the end of the first week of classes for each term and is offered as a voluntary benefit to our families. Your participation is not required but highly recommended. Missouri State University is not compensated for this program.

Covered withdrawals can take place any time during the covered term. GradGuard also offers members special access to an Assistance Hotline to help students and their families take care of emergencies and unexpected issues.

To learn more, contact GradGuard Support.