The Required Immunizations Form is available translated into 15 languages.
How to Submit Your Immunization Records
- Log in to the UMass Patient Portal and go to Action Items > Immunization Records (syringe icon).
- If you may have immunization records in a U.S. state vaccine registry other than Massachusetts, click the blue button that says, "Electronically Request My Immunization Records (Fast & Easy)" and follow the prompts to request your out-of-state records.
- You will receive an email notification when your out-of-state records have been imported by Medicat.
If, after following these steps, you are still missing records:
- Download the Required Immunizations Form and have your healthcare provider complete and sign it, or obtain official immunization records from your provider, school or military sources.
- Log in to the UMass Patient Portal with your UMass NetID and go to Action Items > Immunization Records (syringe icon) to submit your records.
Required Immunizations for New UMass Students
Massachusetts law requires that college students have certain immunizations before coming to school and submit proof of completion. The required vaccines are:
- MMR (measles, mumps and rubella)
- Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis)
- Varicella (Chicken Pox)
- Hepatitis B
- Meningitis vaccine
Compliance with the immunization requirements set forth by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts is mandatory for UMass students of all ages.
Failure to submit your complete records by the deadline will result in a hold being placed on your student account. An account hold will prevent you from registering for, adding, or dropping classes until we have your complete records.
Missing vaccines or records?
- You can self-schedule a UHS appointment online to receive vaccines you are missing, and/or a titer test (blood test) to determine what vaccines you need.
- Login to the UMass Patient Portal and go to University Health Services > Appointments. Under Reason, select Nurse Vaccine Visit to schedule.
Required Immunization FAQ
Deadline for submission is February 11, 2026; however, students are strongly encouraged to submit their immunization information as soon as possible.
Depending on the volume, it may take up to two weeks to process your information.
Massachusetts law 105 CMR 220.600 requires all students attending college in person to fully comply with the immunization requirements for college attendance no later than 30 days (about 4 and a half weeks) from the onset of the semester. Failure to comply with these requirements will result in a registration hold on your student account which will prevent you from registering for next semester’s classes.
No; you cannot be penalized for vaccines that require a specified timing between doses. You are considered compliant with the requirement if you are current with timing for each dose.
Please contact @email for assistance with uploading your immunization information to the patient portal.
Students studying 100% online do not need to submit immunization information.
You may check your compliance status on your patient portal account (https://umass.medicatconnect.com). Compliancy is indicated by a green checkmark next to the vaccine. You only need to submit immunization information for those vaccines that display either a yellow checkmark or red X next to them.
You may receive your vaccines when you enter the United States. Your health insurance carrier can assist with finding a covered healthcare facility in your area. In multi-vaccine series, subsequent doses may be received at University Health Services (UHS) on the UMass Amherst campus.
Still have questions? Contact the Student Immunization Program (SIP):
- Secure Message: Log in to the patient portal. Go to Action Items > Messages (envelope icon) > Compose and select Student Immunization Program.
- Phone: (413) 577-5275
- Email: [email protected] (Email is not a secure method of communication for protected health information)
- Fax: 413-577-3252
- Or visit us on the 2nd floor of University Health Services, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Optional Vaccines
UHS has more than just required vaccines. We highly recommend that UMass community members receive the vaccines listed below. Call (413) 577-5101 to make an appointment for:
- COVID-19
- RSV (available at UHS for ages 65+)
- Flu vaccine
- Hepatitis A vaccine
- Human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine
- Pneumonia vaccine
- Shingles vaccine
- Typhoid vaccine
Vaccines for Travel
If you're planning international travel, you may need additional recommended vaccinations. UHS's Travel Medicine clinic provides advice and vaccinations. Call (413) 577-5151 for an appointment at least four weeks before your trip, so you can complete necessary immunizations for your destination.
PHPC Vaccine Clinics
You can get your flu and COVID-19 vaccine at walk-in clinics from the Public Health Promotion Center (PHPC)! Walk-ins only, no appointment needed. Open to everyone 12 years of age and older. For clinic schedules and locations, visit the PHPC website.
COVID-19 Vaccine Insurance Coverage:
- Massachusetts residents with Massachusetts-based health insurance plans will have coverage for COVID-19 vaccines, consistent with state requirements that insurers cover all state-recommended vaccines at no cost to members.
- Individuals with insurance plans issued outside of Massachusetts may have vaccine coverage under state requirements in their home state. However, coverage may vary depending on the insurer and policy. We strongly encourage patients with out-of-state insurance to contact their insurance company directly to confirm their specific benefits.