Immunization Information for All Entering Students

The following grid shows a summary of the immunizations that are required before you arrive at Stanford, based on the type of student you are: non-medical vs. medical/physician assistant. It also lists other immunizations that are recommended for your well-being on campus. Additional information about each of the vaccines listed follows on page 15. These requirements and recommendations are subject to change. Please check the Vaden Health Center website at vaden.stanford.edu for the most up-to-date information.

Type of Student

Immunization for

Non-Medical (Most Students)

Medical/ Physician Assistant

SARS-CoV-2 (Covid-19)

Hepatitis B

Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR) Required Required

Tetanus, Diphtheria, Pertussis (Tdap)

Varicella

Meningococcal ACWY*

Meningococcal B*

Human Papillomavirus (HPV)

Hepatitis A

Pneumococcal*

Polio

Highly Recommended

Highly Recommended

* These vaccines are highly recommended for specific and/or higher risk populations only (see page 15)

Fees

Students are responsible for the cost of the required (and recommended) vaccines listed here. Those that are considered preventive are typically covered by insurance.

Exemption from Vaccination

Frosh and undergraduate transfers who wish to request a medical or religious exemption from the immunization requirement(s) must do so prior to July 15th. Graduate students must do so prior to July 31st.

If you wish to request a medical exemption, please submit the Application for Medical Exemption from Vaccination.

If you wish to request a religious exemption, please submit the Request for Religious Exemption from Required Immunizations.

Exemption requests should be made using ServiceNow at stanford.service-now.com/ student_services (Student Health; Inquire about Student Health Requirements).

Note: purely personal attitudes, beliefs, or preferences are not acceptable grounds for exemption.

Additional information and the applicable form can be found on the Vaden Health Center website at vaden.stanford.edu. For students entering Stanford in quarters other than Autumn, requests for exemption must be submitted one month prior to the applicable Health Requirement deadline. (see page 16)

Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR) Vaccine

If you were born after 1956, Stanford requires written documentation of one of the following:

• Proof of TWO doses of MMR at least 28 days apart after 12 months of age, or

• Laboratory evidence of antibodies (requires a separate blood titer for each).*

Tetanus Diphtheria Pertussis (Tdap) Vaccine

If you are a medical or physician assistant student, Tdap must have been given within the past 10 years.

SARS-CoV-2 (Covid-19) Vaccine

If you are a medical or physician assistant student, you must meet the current Covid requirement for Stanford healthcare workers.

Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine

Meningococcal ACWY Vaccine

This vaccine is not required for incoming students but is recommended for undergraduate dormitory residents, especially frosh, or others who may live in close quarters.

Meningococcal B Vaccine

Hepatitis B Vaccine

If you are a medical or physician assistant student, Stanford requires written documentation of one of the following:

• Proof of a TWO- or THREE-dose Hepatitis B vaccine series, or

• Laboratory evidence of antibodies.*

Varicella Vaccine

Varicella is more commonly known as chicken pox.

If you are a medical or physician assistant student, Stanford requires written documentation of one of the following:

• Proof of TWO doses of Varicella vaccine, or

• Laboratory evidence of antibodies.*

Hepatitis A Vaccine

This vaccine is highly recommended, especially for students who will be traveling. TWO doses are needed.

TWO or THREE doses are needed for immunity, depending on the type of vaccine and based on age and risk.

Pneumococcal Vaccines

These vaccines are recommended for certain high-risk individuals; e.g., those with asthma and/or smokers.

This vaccine is recommended for certain high-risk individuals and young adults age 16–23. For more information, see the Vaden Health Center website at vaden.stanford.edu.

Polio Vaccine

It is highly recommended that you complete an initial series.

*What Is an Antibody Titer?

An antibody titer is a blood test that provides a surrogate indication of your protection against the particular infection. If you choose to submit antibody titers, the results must be positive to meet our requirements.