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Immunization Requirements

MMR Requirement

Before you can register for your classes, you must FIRST submit proof of your immunization records, required by New York State Public Health Law 2165. Health Services is responsible for the immunization records of all students born after January 1, 1957 who are enrolled for at least six (6) semester hours or the equivalent per semester.

**Note: In order to have your record processed immediately, we encourage all students to come in person to the Office of Health Services, Room S-217.

  • MEASLES (Rubeola)– Two doses of Live Measles Virus Vaccine at least 28 days apart: on or after 1st birthday and dated 1968 or later.
  • MUMPS– One dose of Live Mumps Virus Vaccine: on or after 1st birthday and dated 1968 or later.
  • RUBELLA(German Measles) – One dose of Live Rubella Virus Vaccine: on or after 1st birthday and dated 1969 or later.

OR

  • MMR Vaccination(Measles, Mumps, Rubella) – 2 doses after 01/01/1972
    Dose #1 must be given at age 12 months or later
    Dose #2 must be given after 15 months of age – OR at least 28 days after first vaccine – OR
    date healthcare provider diagnosed measles and/or mumps disease. Disease of rubella is NOT acceptable proof of immunity. There must be proof of vaccine or titers.

Exemptions

Birthdate: All students born before January 1, 1957- Proof of age required (copy of birth certificate or driver’s license)
Medical: Documentation of medical contraindications by a physician, signed and stamped.
Religious: Documentation of sincere religious belief that prohibits immunization.
**There are no exemptions from the meningitis requirement.

Meningococcal Meningitis Requirement

New York State Public Health Law 2167 requires that all college and university students, regardless of age, enrolled for at least six (6) semester hours or the equivalent per semester complete and return the Meningococcal Vaccination Response Form.

The Meningococcal Meningitis vaccine is not mandatory, we only require proof that you have been notified and given information about the vaccine. Failure to submit this form will delay your registration.

Immunization Clinics 

Fort Greene Health Center
295 Flatbush Ave., 5th Floor, Brooklyn, NY 11201 |
Mon. – Fri. 8:30am – 2:00pm

*Immunization is free of charge.

For more information regarding immunization clinics, please visit the Department of Health (DOH) online, or call 311.