MMR & Meningitis Immunizations

Measles, Mumps & Rubella (MMR) Immunization Requirement

New York State law requires all students born on or after January 1, 1957, who are enrolled in six (6) or more credits, to provide proof of immunization against measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR).

• Proof of immunization must be submitted during registration.
• Students who do not submit documentation by the 30th day of the semester will be disenrolled from all classes.
• Disenrolled students will:
• Not be allowed in class.
  • Receive “W” grades for all courses.
  • Be ineligible to register for the next semester until requirements are met.
  • Not receive a tuition or fee refund.

Outbreak Policy

If there is a measles, mumps, or rubella outbreak, the New York State Department of Health requires the College to restrict attendance for any student without proof of immunization, regardless of credit load. To avoid disruption, ALL students born on or after January 1, 1957—regardless of how many credits they are taking—are strongly encouraged to submit proof of immunization.

Students cannot request additional tuition refunds due to outbreak-related attendance restrictions. Submitting documentation of immunizations is the student’s responsibility.

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Meningitis Requirement

New York State law requires colleges to inform students about meningococcal disease and vaccination. Students enrolled in six (6) or more credits must provide the College with:

1. A signed acknowledgment (student or parent/guardian) confirming receipt of meningitis information, which includes vaccine availability and cost.
2. AND EITHER
   1. Proof of meningococcal vaccination within the past 5 years,
      OR
   2. A signed refusal of vaccination after acknowledging the risks.
      Students have 30 days from the start of the semester to comply. This may be extended to 60 days if the student shows a good-faith effort to meet requirements.

For more details, visit our Health Services webpage.