Insurance Programs

Our insurance programs offer coverage and support to help protect the university community and its assets. Learn more about available options for faculty, staff, students and affiliated groups.

Our programs

Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) understands the importance of protecting against unexpected risks. Our insurance programs offer broad coverage and support for the diverse needs of our university community.  

Travel Insurances 

Certificate of insurance 

The University is self-insured for general liability, workers’ compensation, professional liability, motor vehicle and property exposures. 

Contractors, consultants, or vendors must provide a valid certificate of insurance with additional insured endorsements as proof of coverage when required by contract. The University may request a full copy of the insurance policy and endorsements.  

Certificates must include: 

  • A cancellation notice clause as per policy terms.
  • Insurer rating of A.M. Best A VII or equivalent (unless waived).
  • The State of California, CSU Trustees, campus, and their representatives named as additional insureds (except for professional liability and workers’ comp). Auxiliary Organizations must also be named when applicable. 

For COI requests or questions, email riskmgmt@sfsu.edu. 

Special events liability insurance 

All SFSU-sponsored or hosted events—on or off campus—must submit a Special Event Questionnaire at least 14 calendar days before the event. 

Events serving alcohol

An Alcohol Clearance Form is required. It must be signed by: 

  • A representative of the sponsoring organization
  • The Chief of University Police
  • The Campus Risk Manager 

Student organizations

Use the Recognized Student Organization & Greek Organization Special Event Request Form on DocuSign.

Foreign Travel Insurance Program (FTIP)

Travelers must obtain approval and submit required insurance documentation prior to travel to ensure safety and compliance with CSU policies.

Foreign travel insurance

Required for individual faculty, staff, students or volunteers traveling abroad for university-related purposes (e.g., conferences, research, teaching).  

 

Coordinated by ERM, with 24/7 coverage for medical, evacuation and legal emergencies. Approval and insurance forms must be submitted before travel. 

Study abroad program students

All CSU students participating in the Study Abroad Program are required to purchase the CSU Foreign Travel Insurance through their campus in addition to any travel insurance required by the study abroad host institution. Coverage includes but is not limited to emergency medical care, medical evacuation, legal assistance, etc.  Assistance is available 24-hours a day and 7-days a week worldwide.

For external organizations

  • Conference and Event Services

    With versatile venues, comfortable accommodations and exceptional food services, SFSU has everything you need to host a seamless, memorable event or conference. Life is an event…make it unforgettable at SFSU.