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Testing

PCR Testing Window (Located in UHS Walk-In Clinic)

At our PCR Testing Window, you can walk in and self-pay for PCR testing at $25 per test. If you have symptoms or confirmed exposure, PCR testing can be billed to insurance. Insurance may not cover multiple PCR tests.

  • PCR Testing Window Hours:

    • Monday-Thursday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

    • Friday, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.

    • Weekends & Holidays, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. (if collected on weekend/holiday, you may not receive results until Tuesday of that week)

Urgent Care & Appointments

If you come in for an urgent care visit or appointment and have COVID-19 symptoms, you will be tested for COVID-19 during your visit.

Vaccination

May 2024 Update: COVID-19 vaccines are not currently available at UMass. We will update this page when they become available.

We strongly recommend that UMass community members receive the newest COVID-19 vaccine once a year.

Symptoms
  • Fever or chills
  • Cough
  • Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
  • Fatigue
  • Muscle or body aches
  • Headache
  • New loss of taste or smell
  • Sore throat
  • Congestion or runny nose
  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Diarrhea
Isolation & Exposure Guidance
  • UMass Public Health Promotion Center & Vaccine Clinic Information | Environmental Health & Safety | UMass Amherst
  • Guidance on Self-Isolation: Members of the general public are advised to follow the CDC-recommended self-isolation guidelines if they test positive for COVID-19. The duration of isolation may vary based on symptoms and vaccination status.
  • Use of UMass Public Health Promotion Center Resources: Individuals are encouraged to utilize local public health resources at the web site above for information and support, including testing, isolation guidelines, and when to seek medical care.
  • Self-Monitoring: Individuals should monitor their symptoms and follow public health advice on managing their health, including when it is safe to end isolation.