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Connecticut State University Immunization Requirements

State of Connecticut General Statutes/ Section 10a-155 regulations requires all matriculated students
born after December 31, 1956, to provide proof of adequate immunization against measles (rubeola),
rubella, mumps and varicella (chicken pox) before permitting such students to enroll.

Proof of immunity to Measles- (Rubeola): you must provide proof of the following:

  • 2 MMR or 2 measles immunizations (1st dose of measles on or after your 1st birthday; 2nd dose at least 28 days later); OR
  • Lab results showing a positive measles titer.  (Submit a copy of the lab results)

Proof of immunity to Mumps: you must provide proof of the following:  

  • 2 MMR or 2 mumps immunizations (1st dose of Mumps must be on or after your 1st birthday; 2nd dose at least 28 days later); OR 
  • Lab result showing a positive mumps titer.  (Submit a copy of the lab results)2nd dose must be at least 28 days from 1st dose

Proof of immunity to Rubella: you must provide proof of the following:

  • 2 MMR or 2 rubella immunizations (1st dose of measles on or after your 1st birthday; 2nd dose at least 28 days later); OR
  • Lab results showing a positive rubella titer.  (Submit a copy of the lab results)

Proof of immunity to Varicella (chicken pox): you must provide proof of the following:

  • 2 varicella immunizations (2nd dose at least 28 days after the 1st dose.); OR
  • Lab result showing a positive varicella titer. (Submit a copy of the lab result)

                                                    OR
Certification of confirmed case of measles, mumps, rubella & varicella by a licensed 
 health care provider may be submitted in lieu of the above.

Proof of Meningitis/Menactra administered within the past five years is required for all campus residents prior to room assignment. The vaccine must include groups: A, C, Y, W-135.

IMMUNIZATION EXEMPTIONS:

  • Students born prior to January 1, 1957 are exempt from all immunization requirements.
  • Students born prior to January 1, 1980 are exempt from the varicella requirement.
  • The University will only permit vaccination waivers for religious or medical reasons.
    Exemptions for either medical or religious reasons subjects the individual to exclusion from campus in the event of an outbreak of a disease for which immunizations are required.

  • Distance learning programs conducted entirely through electronic media in a setting without other students present are exempt.
  • Hepatitis B:  American College Health, Public Health Department, and Centers for Disease Control recommend students be immunized against Hepatitis B.  Although not required, it is strongly recommended.

2/2019