enrollee

An enrollee is a person who has enrolled in a program, course, policy, or service and is authorized to participate or receive benefits. The term is used across education, healthcare, and insurance to distinguish those who have completed the enrollment action from applicants or non-participants.

Etymology and usage vary by region. The word comes from enrol (British) or enroll (American) with the suffix -ee, indicating a person who is the recipient of an action. The related noun for the process is enrollment (American English) or enrolment (British English). The adjective form is enrolled.

Contexts and meaning. In education, an enrollee is typically a student who has registered for classes or been admitted to a program and is eligible to receive instruction and academic services. In healthcare and insurance, enrollees are individuals covered by a plan or enrolled in a medical registry who may access benefits; enrollment often involves selecting options and paying premiums. In government programs, an enrollee is a recipient who has met eligibility requirements and joined a benefit program.

Process and status. Becoming an enrollee generally requires completing an application, providing required documentation, and meeting eligibility criteria. Enrollments may occur during a designated period and require ongoing eligibility verification or renewal. Enrollees typically have access to program benefits or services and bear responsibilities such as updating contact information and adhering to program rules.