Immunization Requirements

Immunization Requirements Policy

Students who attend the University of Utah are required to be fully vaccinated against measles, mumps and rubella (MMR).  

Clinical health sciences students have additional requirements (ie., students rotating in a patient care area). Those students, other than medical or dental students, should contact their individual departments for their requirements.  Medical and dental student requirements are managed by the main campus Immunization Program Office and questions may be directed to their individual school or the contact information at the bottom of this page.

  

To be compliant with the vaccine requirement you must demonstrate:

MMR

• That you received two MMR vaccinations—after your first birthday and at least 28 days apart, or
• Results of a blood test (called a titer) proving measles, mumps, and rubella immunity, or
• Indicate a medical, religious, or personal exemption.

COVID19 

• We strongly encourage, but do not require, that students keep their COVID-19 vaccinations up-to-date per CDC guidelines by obtaining recommended booster doses.

 

How do I comply with these requirements?

• Watch your University email account for detailed instructions.  If you received all of your vaccinations in Utah, our office may be able to automatically confirm compliance with the requirements.  If so, you will receive an additional email letting you know that you are fully compliant with the vaccination requirements. Otherwise, retrieve past immunization records . These are official forms that will verify your immunizations:
  • Statement or photocopy of records from doctor/health care provider
  • State or international immunization records of vaccinations
  • Primary or secondary school records of vaccinations
  • Immunization records from another college or university attended
  • Military records
  • Documentation of measles, mumps, or rubella blood test(s)/titer(s) showing immunity
• If verification from any of the above sources is unavailable, or you still need another MMR vaccination, then you will need to do the following:
  
  • Receive the vaccine(s) from your health care provider, pharmacy, or local health department prior to arrival on campus
  • If unable to find MMR dates of vaccination, obtain the necessary blood test(s) from your health care provider to prove immunity; MMR titers can be done at the Student Health Center (Immunization Fees).
  • Receive the MMR  vaccination at the Student Health Center (By appointment only: Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. daily. Note: Clinic is closed on Wednesdays, 12-2pm.)
  • MMR vaccines are also available at most health care providrs, or in local pharmacies.  For community locations for COVID-19 vaccines, go to www.vaccines.gov.
  • Cost: $104.00 per injection for the MMR. MMR vaccine is free if you have the Student Health Insurance Plan (SHIP).  If you have other insurance (not SHIP), vaccines are covered at 100% at an in-network care provider. If you have a non-SHIP policy, pharmacies that provide vaccinations can bill other insurances through your prescription insurance benefit
• Create digital copies of all documents. Make sure your name and date of birth are on all documents.  PDF is the preferred file type, but other file types are accepted. Make sure the files are no larger than 30 MB.
• Sign into the patient portal and follow the directions under the “Immunization” tab and upload your supporting documents by clicking on the “Upload” tab.

 

What if I have a reason not to be immunized?

Pursuant to Utah law, students may indicate a medical, religious or personal exemption from receiving mandatory vaccines; clinical health science students may indicate only a medical or religious exemption.  Reasons for medical exemptions vary by the vaccine and require a note from a healthcare provider.

If you wish to indicate an exemption, please click here. 

What if I don't comply?

Students who do not comply by either showing that they have received the vaccines or indicating an exemption will have a “hold” placed on their record that will prevent registration for future classes. 

What if I have more questions or need more help?

Contact the Immunization Program Office 801-581-5804, Fax 801-585-5294, email Kerry.hill@shs.utah.edu or write to:

Kerry Hill
Immunization Program Manager
Immunization Program Office
University of Utah
Student Health Service
Madsen Health Center, Level 1
555 Foothill Boulevard
Salt Lake City, UT 84112-1105