At Monroe, your health and well-being are our top priorities. To create a safe and thriving campus community, we follow immunization policies that meet state and federal guidelines.
Immunization Record
The immunizations listed below are required for entry to Monroe University. Students manage their health records (required forms) in their admissions portal.
All students enrolled in a New York State College must comply with New York State Public Health Law 2165. Failure to meet these requirements may result in the inability to attend classes and/or a registration hold. Proof of MMR can be submitted on the mandatory immunization record verification form.
Measles: Two doses of live measles vaccine is required. The first dose must have been received no more than four (4) days prior to the student's first birthday and the 2nd dose no less than 28 days after the first dose. (MMR series fulfills this requirement.)
Mumps: One dose of live mumps vaccine administered no more than four (4) days prior to the student's first birthday. (MMR series fulfills this requirement.)
Rubella: One dose of live rubella vaccine administered no more than four (4) days prior to the student's first birthday. (MMR series fulfills this requirement.)}
International students must submit their immunization records translated into English.
All clinical students (Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Medical Assisting, Surgical Technology, Nursing) have immunization and health requirements in addition to the requirements for all Monroe University students. You will receive further information upon acceptance.
Students seeking an exemption from immunization requirements for health or religious reasons must submit a formal exemption request along with supporting documentation. Please send your completed documentation to cbarto@monroeu.edu for review and approval.
Monroe University requires all new students to be vaccinated within the previous 10 years.