Immunization and Health History Records
All incoming Penn State students must provide proof of immunization against measles, mumps, and rubella. Some students, such as student-athletes or students in certain health-related majors may be asked to submit additional immunization information. These students must also submit official immunization records using the process below. Learn more about immunizations and requirements.
How to Submit Immunization Records
- Students must submit all immunization records through myUHS, logging in using their Penn State account credentials.
- Students should upload image files of their official immunization records and, if applicable, any positive antibody blood test results (titers).
- Please note that all immunization records must be in English.
Students are also encouraged to complete the online health history form in myUHS.
Other Recommended Vaccines
In addition to the required vaccines, Penn State also strongly recommends that students receive the following vaccines:
- Serogroup B meningococcal
- Varicella (chickenpox)
- Tetanus-diphtheria-pertussis (Tdap)
- Hepatitis B
- Hepatitis A
- Human papillomavirus (HPV)
- Pneumococcal
- Annual influenza (flu) vaccine
- COVID-19 vaccines
Student Health Insurance
Adequate health insurance provides students with security and an enhanced sense of well-being during their time at Penn State. For this reason, the University requires all international students to have health insurance and strongly recommends that all U.S. students have health insurance coverage that is accepted by providers on or near the campus that they attend.
Each year, students are required to submit health insurance coverage through LionPATH. If your student does not have adequate coverage, we highly encourage them to enroll in the Student Health Insurance Plan (SHIP) for Penn State. SHIP for Penn State is designated specifically for students and offers comprehensive health insurance at a competitive price with a wide network of providers across the United States.
Penn State recognizes that financial insecurity has a detrimental impact on both a student’s academic performance and their overall health. Student Health Insurance has collaborated with the Office of Student Care and Advocacy to help more adequately address student needs related to health insurance coverage and other financial concerns. If your student would like support in seeking affordable healthcare or needs help securing basic needs (food, housing, etc.) as a U.S. citizen or permanent resident, complete the Basic Needs Assistance Request Form.
Personal Counseling
Personal Counseling provides short-term individual counseling, crisis intervention and prevention, and consultation services for the campus student community. Referrals for longer-term therapy, or for psychiatric consultation, can be made.
Counseling services can help students resolve personal concerns that may interfere with their academic progress, social development, and satisfaction at Penn State. Some of the more common concerns include difficulty or conflicts with friends, roommates, or family members; stress, depression and/or anxiety; gender identity; sexual orientation; lack of motivation or difficulty relaxing, concentrating or studying; eating disorders; sexual assault and sexual abuse recovery; and uncertainties about personal values and beliefs. Counseling can also assist students in making difficult decisions, resolving relationship issues, dealing with academic pressures, and other personal concerns.
Appointments can be arranged by contacting Meredith Cosgrove. Confidentiality is strictly respected.
No Smoking and Tobacco Policy
Penn State is committed to a healthful environment for all members of the community at all locations. Therefore, the use of cigarettes, e-cigarettes, vaping devices, cigars, pipes, smokeless tobacco, all nicotine delivery devices, and other tobacco products are not permitted anywhere on any Penn State campus, with the exception of in personal vehicles.