Is the Meningitis (Meningococcal) vaccine required?
Yes, according to Virginia State Law, students must either be immunized or sign a waiver indicating that they do not wish to be vaccinated against the disease. My Tetanus and Diphtheria vaccinations are outdated, can I still register? You will be unable to register without an up-to-date tetanus and diphtheria booster. The booster must be administered every 10 years. Students receiving their decennial booster must receive Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis), or Td. Td and Tdap vaccines are readily available at Student Health Services for a minimal fees by appointment only. I don’t have any immunization records, what should I do? Please check with your High School, parents, or previous University (excluding 2-year Community College), or military service branch for your records. If you are sure that you have been vaccinated against the measles, mumps, and rubella you can have titers drawn. A sample of your blood will be tested to determine the status of your immunity. If you do not h
