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Immunizations & Vaccines
California State University (CSU) requires all students to be current on a number of immunizations and to complete a risk assessment for tuberculosis (CSU Executive Order 803).
This executive order and its requirements apply to undergraduate and graduate students, students matriculated in self-support degree programs and K-12 students participating in concurrent enrollment courses entering the California State University.
Required Immunizations and Screenings
- Hepatitis B (Hep B) - three (3) doses for students age 18 years and younger.
- Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR) - two doses (2) with first dose on or after first birthday; OR positive titer (laboratory evidence of immunity to disease).
- Meningococcal Disease (Serogroups A, C, Y, W-135) - one dose (1) on or after age 16 for all students age 21 or younger.
- Tetanus-Diphtheria-Pertussis (Tdap) - one (1) dose after age 7.
- Varicella (Chickenpox) - two (2) doses with first dose on or after first birthday; OR positive titer. History of contracting the disease does not meet compliance.
- Tuberculosis (TB) Screening/Risk Assessment.
RECOMMENDED Immunizations
(Students are encouraged to discuss with their medical provider)- Hepatitis A (Hep A)
- Hepatitis B (Hep B) (19 years of age or older)
- Human papillomavirus (HPV)
- Influenza (Flu)
- Meningococcal B (Meningitis B)
- Pneumococcal
- Poliovirus (Polio)
Immunization Compliance Deadlines
Currently Enrolled Students: October 29, 2021
If required documentation is not received, a registration hold will be issued which will prevent registering for classes for the following semester
New or Transfer Students: 1st Day of Enrolled Semester
If required documentation is not received, a registration hold will be issued which will prevent registering for classes for the following semester
Required Documentation
Send one of the following documents to Student Health & Counseling Services with your name and student ID number clearly indicated on each document submitted:
- Verification of immunity completed by healthcare provider
- Photocopy of your childhood immunization record
- Photocopy of your California High School transcript if immunization information is documented on transcript
- A copy of a lab report showing proof of immunity by blood titer
Exemption
The CSU follows the same legislation as is applicable for students in K-12. Only medical exemptions will be accepted. Click here for the COVID-19 Medical Exemption form.
Submission Options
Submit your immunization records ― include your name & student ID ― by:
- Online:
- Records must be in .pdf or .jpeg format.
- Log into your student health account.
- Click on Medical Clearances
- Click on Immunization Record Update to submit records
- Fax: (916) 720-0180
Vaccines Offered
(Not all are required)
| Vaccine Type | Cost |
|---|---|
| Tdap | $44.35 |
| TB Skin Test | No Charge |
| Hepatitis A | $67.65/Per Dose |
| Hepatitis B | $56.75/Per Dose |
| Influenza (Flu) | No Charge |
| TD | No Charge |
| MMR Vaccine | $80.20/Per Dose |
| Varicella | $151.00/Per Dose |
| Meningitis | $123.65 |
| Quantiferon (TB test) | $50 |
Travel Immunization
If you are planning to travel outside of the U.S., please review the required vaccinations for your destination at least 2 months prior to your departure. SHCS provides only vaccinations listed above.