Immunization Requirements for Students

New students may submit immunization information and complete the TB risk screen online beginning June 1. Immunization records must be submitted prior to your arrival on campus. 

Required vaccines include:

• Two measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccine doses or blood titer evidence of immunity
• One Meningococcal ACWY vaccine dose within 3 years of arrival at UMD for undergraduate students
• One tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis (Tdap) vaccine dose given within the last 10 years
• Completion of a tuberculosis (TB) risk screening questionnaire and additional testing depending on your responses to the screening questions.

How to Submit Your Required Immunization Documentation

Step 1: Gather Your Immunization Documentation

You may submit your immunization documentation using either of the following options:

• University of Maryland Immunization Record Form: Have your healthcare provider complete and sign the University of Maryland Immunization Record Form.
• Official Immunization Record: Submit an official immunization record provided by your healthcare provider.

Both options are accepted as long as the documentation includes all required immunization information.

Step 2: Access the MyUHC Patient Portal

Beginning June 1, you can submit your immunization documentation online.

1. Log in to the MyUHC Patient Portal using your UMD Directory ID and password.
2. Select Required Immunizations and Forms from the left-hand menu.

Step 3: Submit Your Information

Within the MyUHC Patient Portal:

1. Under the Required Immunizations and Forms page, enter the dates of your required immunizations.
2. Upload your completed University of Maryland Immunization Record Form or your official immunization record.
3. Complete the required Tuberculosis (TB) Risk Screening Questionnaire. If additional testing is required based on your responses, follow the instructions provided in the portal.

Step 4: Confirm You Have Met All Immunization Requirements

Your submission should include documentation for the following requirements, if applicable:

• Two doses of Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR) vaccine or laboratory evidence (blood titer) demonstrating immunity.
• One Tdap (Tetanus, Diphtheria, and Pertussis) vaccination administered within the past 10 years.
• One Meningococcal ACWY vaccination (required for undergraduate students) administered within three years of your arrival at UMD.
• Completion of the TB Risk Screening Questionnaire and any additional testing if required.

Additional Information about the TB Risk Screening Questionnaire:

1. Be sure to complete the online Tuberculosis (TB) Risk Screening. This can be done online by visiting www.myuhc.umd.edu. Click on Required Immunizations and Forms and look for the Tuberculosis Risk Screening.
2. If any response on the Tuberculosis Risk Screening is "YES", the student is required to have a Quantiferon Gold or T-Spot blood test to check for prior exposure to TB. 
3. This test MUST be performed in the United States within the past 12 months. We will not accept any TB blood tests from other countries.
4. Blood rest results should be brought to the International Student Orientation or the test may be done at the University Health Center, by appointment. 
5. Appointments can be made by visiting myuhc.umd.edu or by calling the UHC at 301-314-8184.
6. If you are asked to provide proof of a negative chest x-ray, the x-ray must be done in the U.S. within the past 12 months.

If you are missing any required information, you will receive a message from the UHC within the Patient Portal. 

Need Assistance?

If you are unable to upload your documentation through the MyUHC Patient Portal, you may fax your immunization documentation to 301-314-5234.

If you have questions about the immunization requirements or your submission, please contact the University Health Center Immunization Clinic at 301-314-8114 or health@umd.edu.

Visit our Immunization Frequently Asked Questions page for additional information. 

All incoming undergraduate students must complete two online health education programs prior to arrival on campus. These requirements are designed to keep you and members of our community as healthy and safe as possible.

The Campus Sexual Violence Elimination (Campus SaVE) Act (2013) requires institutions to provide education and awareness programs to enrolled students, including sexual violence prevention education. The Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act of 1989 requires institutions of higher education across the country to provide alcohol prevention education to all incoming college students, and the “Start Talking Maryland Act” of 2017 requires similar training, but for opioid misuse, to be provided to all college students in Maryland. 

You must complete all sections of both trainings to be in compliance with this requirement. The courses will be accessible around the clock, and you will be able to stop, save your work, and return to the courses to complete them at your own pace. These programs equip you with knowledge and skills that will help you make responsible decisions regarding alcohol, avoid drug misuse and addiction, and recognize and respond to sexual assault and harassment.

We strongly encourage you to talk openly and often with your parents and family about the complex issues addressed in these training sessions. If you have questions about the required training, please contact wellnesstraining@umd.edu. Additional resources are available at studentaffairs.umd.edu/student-life/wellness-training. 

Open: August 3rd, 2026

Deadline: October 2nd, 2026

Email wellnesstraining@umd.edu - all inquiries should be addressed within 48 business hours.  

This email address will be checked by a member of our team twice daily, Monday-Friday, between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.  Be advised that any emails sent in the evening, on weekends, or during University holidays may receive a slower response.

The MMR vaccine protects against three diseases: measles, mumps, and rubella (also called German measles). These are serious viral infections that spread easily and can cause high fever, rash, and other complications. Measles can lead to pneumonia and brain swelling. Mumps can cause swelling of the brain or spinal cord lining and hearing loss. Rubella is especially dangerous for pregnant women because it can cause severe birth defects.

The MMR vaccine is very effective — about 93% protective after one dose and 97% after two doses. The CDC recommends that all children receive two doses: the first at 12 to 15 months of age and the second at 4 to 6 years of age. Adults born in 1957 or later who have not been vaccinated should receive at least one dose. College students, healthcare workers, and international travelers should receive two doses.

Meningococcal disease is a serious bacterial infection that can cause meningitis (inflammation of the lining of the brain and spinal cord) and bloodstream infections. Although rare, it can be life-threatening — about 10 to 15 percent of cases are fatal, and survivors may have lasting complications such as hearing loss or limb amputation. 

Vaccines are available that protect against the five main strains (A, B, C, W, and Y) of the bacteria that cause this disease. The CDC recommends a meningococcal conjugate vaccine (MenACWY) for all preteens at age 11–12, with a booster at age 16. A separate vaccine for strain B (MenB) is recommended for teens and young adults ages 16–23 through shared decision-making with their healthcare provider. 

College students living in residence halls, people with certain immune system conditions, and travelers to areas where the disease is more common may be at higher risk and should make sure they are up to date. Talk to your healthcare provider to find out which vaccines are right for you.

The Tdap vaccine protects against three serious diseases: tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis (whooping cough). Tetanus causes painful muscle stiffness and can make it hard to breathe. Diphtheria can cause a thick coating in the back of the throat that leads to breathing problems. Pertussis causes severe coughing fits that can last for weeks and is especially dangerous for babies.

Children receive a series of DTaP shots starting at 2 months of age. At age 11 to 12, a Tdap booster shot is recommended. After that, a Td or Tdap booster is recommended every 10 years to maintain protection. Adults who have never received a Tdap shot should get one as soon as possible, regardless of when they last had a tetanus shot.