If you are a student you could be getting family planning service (birth control), at no cost to you if:

• You are a registered Bemidji State University Student or
a NTC or OHCC student participating in the BSU SHS plan
• You are between 15 and 50 years of age
• You are a US citizen
• You are not pregnant
• You are not enrolled in other Minnesota Care Programs
• You meet income limits

Family planning services are covered, including:
• Annual exam (pelvic, Pap smear, breast exam and associated labs)
• Birth control
• Testing and treatment of sexually transmitted infections identified during initial exam
• Emergency contraception

To Enroll:
Bemidji State University is a participant in the Minnesota Family Planning Program (a federal grant to prevent unwanted pregnancies). A student can enroll in this program by completing a form, which will take less than 5 minutes. Your enrollment will be effective on the spot and coverage will be provided for 2 months of medical needs and 3 months of birth control. To obtain coverage for 1 year, once again at no charge to you, the state of Minnesota requires the following documentation:
• Proof of citizenship: Copy of Drivers license and birth certificate, or passport. We understand the need for privacy and if a birth certificate cannot be obtained BSU Health service can help obtain a copy.
• Proof of income: 30 consecutive days of pay stubs (excluding work study). Income limits (at right) must be met:

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Family Size
Monthly Income Limit

1 person (you)
$1,702
2 persons (you + spouse or child) $2,282
3 persons (you + 2 family members) $2,862
4 persons (you + 3 family members) $3,442