BROOKLYN
245 Clinton Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11205
Main: 718.940.5300 Admissions: 718.940.5800
LONG ISLAND
155 W. Roe Blvd., Patchogue, NY 11772
Main: 631.687.5100 Admissions: 631.687.4500
All students are required to submit their immunization information to Health Services.
Please be advised of the mandatory immunization requirements. Immunizations must be met prior to the first day of classes for each semester. See information below regarding each individual requirement.
Measles, Mumps, and Rubella
New York State law requires all students registered for 6 or more credits, born on or after January 1, 1957, prove immunity to measles, mumps, and rubella. Students who are not in compliance with the mandatory requirements will not be allowed to attend the University, or participate in extra-curricular or co-curricular activities.
Public Health Law 2165 requires proof of immunity for measles, mumps and rubella:
Measles
1. Two doses of live measles vaccine given on or after the first birthday, or
2. Physician documented history of disease, or
3. Titers (a blood test) showing immunity
Mumps
1. One dose of live mumps vaccine given on or after the first birthday, or
2. Physician documented history of the disease, or
3. Titers showing immunity
Rubella
1. One dose of live virus rubella given on or after the first birthday, or
2. Titers showing immunity
Students must also comply with Public Health Law 2167 related to meningitis response.
New York State Public Health Law (NYS PHL) 2167 requires institutions (including colleges and universities) to distribute information about meningococcal disease and vaccination to all students meeting the enrollment criteria, whether they live on or off campus.
Colleges in New York State are required to maintain a record of the following for each student:
Prior to the first day of class, students must provide documentation that proves they have received the required immunizations. In order to maintain Department of Health compliance, the Center is responsible for following up with students who do not submit their medical records. Copies of medical records can be provided to students who have graduated or are transferring.
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