Immunization Requirements for New and Continuing Students
New or transfer students must submit the medical history form, TB risk Assessment form and a copy of their immunization record prior to the beginning of their first term on campus.
All students matriculating and continuing enrollment at Berea College are required to have the following immunizations: DPT series with current Td or Tdap booster (within 10 years); polio series; meningococal after the age of 16; and two measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) injections after the first birthday. Immunization for hepatitis A & B, chicken pox and HPV, while not required, are highly recommended. College policy, as informed by CDC guidelines indicate that COVID vaccinations and boosters are required of all students (https://4efrxppj37l1sgsbr1ye6idr-wpengine.netdna-ssl.com/covid-19/wp-content/uploads/sites/160/2022/08/COVID-19-Vaccination-Policy-for-Students-Fall-2022-2022_08_10-1.pdf).
Exemptions to this policy may be made for a documented allergy to substances in one or more of these vaccines or on the basis of a sincere and genuine religious belief prohibiting an immunization. Such a medical or religious exemption must be applied for in advance on the appropriate College form and in compliance with College policy.