What type of inoculations does my son/daughter need to attend UConn?
The State of Connecticut, and the University, mandates that all students show evidence of a series of vaccinations offering protection against measles (rubeola), and German measles (rubella). A current (within four months of the start of classes) PPD/Montoux test for tuberculosis is also required. Vaccination against Hepatitis B is strongly recommended and may be required by certain clinical programs. Additionally, the American College Health Association and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention require that college freshmen living in residence halls are vaccinated for meningococcal disease due to their increase risk of bacterial meningitis. Students who cannot make arrangements to obtain a meningitis inoculation from their private physician should access the Student Health Services Website. The University’s health record requirements have been developed in cooperation with the Connecticut Department of Public Health. They are intended to protect the health of the entire student c
