Admission Information

Immunization and Medical History Forms (Required)

Instructions for completion of required forms:

1. Read the Form Completion Instructions carefully.
2. Download and print Immunization History and Medical History Forms (requires Adobe Reader).
3. International Students: Also print and complete the TB Screening Form.
4. Ensure that forms are submitted by the deadlines specified below.
5. Under 18 years old? Parent/Guardian must complete and submit the Authorization and Consent for Treatment of Minors form.

Deadlines for forms submission:

• Forms must be submitted by July 1st, for Fall, December 1st for Spring and April 1st, for Summer semesters.

FAQs

Why do I need to submit these forms?

The Illinois College Immunization Code, requires that college students be immunized against tetanus, diphtheria, measles, mumps, and rubella. Proof of immunity must be signed/certified by a health care provider or public health official. International students are required to undergo tuberculosis screening when they arrive on campus.

Vaccination and Tuberculosis Requirements for Registration:

Illinois requires all college students to be immunizedagainst certain vaccine-preventable diseases. These Include:

You can receive any or all of the required immunizations at McKinley for a charge.

Are there fees for TB Screening and immunizations I may be required to receive?

TB Screening consists of completion of a paper questionnaire and a Quantiferon TB Gold blood test. There is a charge for the blood test. You can receive any or all of the required immunizations at McKinley for a charge.

What will happen if I don’t submit the forms?

Failure to comply with immunization and TB screening requirements will prevent you from adding/dropping classes during the current semester and registering for classes during subsequent semesters.

Are there any exemptions to the requirements?

• Medical exemption - A written, signed and dated statement from a physician stating the specific vaccine(s) contraindicated and duration of the medical exemption is required.
• Pregnancy or suspected pregnancy - A signed and dated statement from a physician indicating that you are pregnant (include expected date of delivery) is required. After delivery, you must then comply with State Immunization requirements as directed by your physician.
• Religious exemption - Contact the Office of the Dean of Students at (217) 333-0050.

What health care services can I receive as a student at the University of Illinois?

Learn more about services offered at McKinley Health Center

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