Student Health Requirements
To protect your health and the health of the campus community, and to comply with New York State Public Health Law, students must submit applicable health requirements to the Wellness Center.
Important
Students who do not meet New York State MMR and meningitis requirements within 30 days of the start of the semester may be dropped from their classes for non-compliance.
Select the Option That Best Describes You
I am full-time on campus (12 credits or more)
New York State Public Health Law requires students registered for six or more credits to provide proof of immunity to measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) and either provide documentation of a meningitis (ACWY) vaccination within the last five years or decline the vaccination.
Individuals born before January 1, 1957, are exempt from the MMR requirement.
Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR)
- Measles: Two dates of immunization on or after the first birthday, or the date and results of a positive measles titer.
- Mumps: One date of immunization on or after the first birthday, or the date and results of a positive mumps titer.
- Rubella: One date of immunization on or after the first birthday, or the date and results of a positive rubella titer.
Meningitis
Students must provide one of the following:
- Documentation of a meningitis (ACWY) vaccination (opens in a new tab) received within the last five years; or
- A completed and signed Meningococcal Vaccination Response Form (PDF) (opens in a new tab) acknowledging the risks of meningococcal disease and declining the meningitis vaccination. Students under age 18 must have the form signed by a parent or guardian.
COVID-19 Vaccination
Beginning Summer 2023, SUNY Poly students with an on-campus presence are strongly encouraged to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. COVID-19 vaccination is no longer mandatory for attendance.
Learn more about SUNY's COVID-19 vaccination guidance (opens in a new tab) .
Health History and Physical Examination
Students taking 12 or more credits must provide a physical examination, including a complete review of systems, completed and signed or stamped within the last two years by a physician, nurse practitioner, or physician assistant.
A physical examination is also required for residential students and part-time students who use services at the Wellness Center. Students under age 18 must have the second page of the Health History and Physical Examination Form signed by a parent or legal guardian to authorize medical care at the Wellness Center.
Health History and Physical Examination Form (PDF) (opens in a new tab)
I am part-time on campus (6 credits or more)
New York State Public Health Law requires students registered for six or more credits to provide proof of immunity to measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) and either provide documentation of a meningitis (ACWY) vaccination within the last five years or decline the vaccination.
Individuals born before January 1, 1957, are exempt from the MMR requirement.
Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR)
- Measles: Two dates of immunization on or after the first birthday, or the date and results of a positive measles titer.
- Mumps: One date of immunization on or after the first birthday, or the date and results of a positive mumps titer.
- Rubella: One date of immunization on or after the first birthday, or the date and results of a positive rubella titer.
Meningitis
Students must provide one of the following:
- Documentation of a meningitis (ACWY) vaccination (opens in a new tab) received within the last five years; or
- A completed and signed Meningococcal Vaccination Response Form (PDF) (opens in a new tab) acknowledging the risks of meningococcal disease and declining the meningitis vaccination. Students under age 18 must have the form signed by a parent or guardian.
COVID-19 Vaccination
Beginning Summer 2023, SUNY Poly students with an on-campus presence are strongly encouraged to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. COVID-19 vaccination is no longer mandatory for attendance.
Learn more about SUNY's COVID-19 vaccination guidance (opens in a new tab) .
Health History and Physical Examination
A physical examination is required for part-time students who use services at the Wellness Center and for residential students. Students under age 18 must have the second page of the Health History and Physical Examination Form signed by a parent or legal guardian to authorize medical care at the Wellness Center.
Health History and Physical Examination Form (PDF) (opens in a new tab)
I am 100% online and will not be on campus for any reason
There are no health requirements for students who are fully online and will not have an on-campus presence, unless they are living on campus.
Students taking six or more credits in a hybrid course may be required to come to campus and must comply with applicable health requirements. These students should follow the requirements listed under "I am part-time on campus (6 credits or more)."
Health Requirements for Specific Student Populations
College of Health Sciences Students
School of Nursing and Health Information Management students are required to submit New York State health requirements and their most recent physical examination to the Wellness Center.
Students must upload MMR and meningitis documentation and their most recent physical examination through the Wildcat Wellness Student Portal.
Student Athletes
Student athletes are required to upload New York State health requirements, including MMR and meningitis documentation, and their most recent physical examination to the Wellness Center through the Wildcat Wellness Student Portal.
Transfer Students
Health records are not automatically forwarded to SUNY Poly with your academic transcript. Transfer students must submit their health records directly to the SUNY Poly Wellness Center.
International Students
Tips for Obtaining Your Health Records
- Ask your health care provider for a copy of your most recent physical examination and immunization records.
- Ask your former high school or college for copies of your immunization records.
- If you are currently serving or have previously served in the military, there may be a delay in obtaining your health information. Contact the Wellness Center for assistance meeting the health requirements.
Where Can I Get the MMR or Meningitis Vaccine?
The SUNY Poly Wellness Center does not currently offer MMR or meningitis vaccinations. Vaccines may be available through a county health department or local pharmacy. Students may use any provider they choose and should check with their insurance company regarding potential costs.
- Oneida County Health Department (opens in a new tab)
406 Elizabeth Street, Utica, NY 13501
315-798-5747 - Rite Aid (opens in a new tab)
1924 Genesee Street, Utica, NY 13502
315-792-9595 - Walgreens – 1750 Genesee Street (opens in a new tab)
1750 Genesee Street, Utica, NY 13502
315-266-0260 - Walgreens – 208 Herkimer Road (opens in a new tab)
208 Herkimer Road, Utica, NY 13502
315-735-6081 - Walmart Pharmacy (opens in a new tab)
710 Horatio Street, Utica, NY 13502
315-738-0759
After receiving your vaccine: Submit your vaccination documentation to the Wellness Center through the Wildcat Wellness Student Portal.
Submit Your Health Documents
Submission deadlines:
- Fall semester: August 1
- Spring semester: January 1
Submit all required health documents through the Wildcat Wellness Student Portal:
- Log in to the Wildcat Wellness Student Portal using your SUNY Poly email address and password.
- Enter your birthdate in MM/DD/YYYY format and select Proceed.
- Select the Forms tab from the left navigation.
- Select the green Update button to upload your documents or download required forms.
Questions?
Contact the Wellness Center for assistance with health requirements or submitting documentation.
Phone: 315-792-7172
Fax: 315-792-7371
