Immunization Requirements
Xavier University policy requires several vaccines and strongly encourages others. All incoming undergraduate students (domestic and international) must submit documentation as evidence of these immunizations. The deadline for students starting in summer or fall semester is August 1st and January 15th for students starting in the spring semester. The University reserves the right to pivot on vaccination requirements in response to changing public health circumstances.
The following vaccines (or an approved exemption) are required for all Xavier students:
- Hepatitis B: Three (3) doses of Hepatitis B OR lab report confirming immunity
- MMR: Two (2) doses of MMR (first one must have occurred on or after first birthday) OR Two (2) doses of Measles, Two (2) doses Mumps, and One (1) dose of Rubella OR lab reporting confirming immunity for each.
- Meningococcal conjugate (ACWY): One (1) dose since age 16.
COVID-19 Immunization Update
Effective Fall 2023, the COVID-19 vaccination is strongly recommended for all Xavier students in compliance with the University’s immunization policy. additionally, staying up-to-date on COVID-19 booster doses is strongly recommended for all Xavier students but is not required.
COVID-19 vaccination and booster shots, as well as many other vaccinations, are available for anyone who is eligible at Xavier Health Services at the HUB. Schedule an appointment by calling 513-745-3022, option 3.
Providing Evidence of Vaccinations
Incoming students are required to provide evidence of vaccinations through the platform at Med+Proctor that will provide lifetime access to your immunization data that can be shared with others as you designate.
Step One: Register
Visit Med+Proctor and select register to start a new account. Type in your Xavier University email address to get started, and follow the directions to complete your profile.
Step Two: Download
Fill out any required personal or medical information. Download the required forms and follow the directions provided. If you are uploading a certified copy of immunization records (and not using the form provided by Med+Proctor), please be sure that the record has your provider's office stamp on it, as well as the provider's signature or signature of the office designee.
Step Three: Upload
Log back into your MedProctor account and upload a copy of your forms. Make sure your forms are complete and legible. You will receive an email confirmation once the forms have been reviewed.
All new First Year, International and Transfer students must submit the Required Proof of Immunization prior to their first semester on campus. This only needs to be submitted once. Please watch this video for full details about this requirement and the necessary steps needed to reach compliance.
Questions and Support
If you have difficulty using MedProctor, you may contact MedProctor between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. During these hours, you can live-chat with their support agents directly from their support site or while you are completing your student workflow. This feature is located at the bottom right of the screen on either Med+Proctor site.
You may also email help@medproctor.com with your issue, and this will create a ticket for their support agents to take care of you.
Risks and Benefits of Immunizations
Visit the Center for Disease Control's Vaccine Safety page for information about immunization safety, benefits, and risks.