Effective Date
July 1, 2019
Office of Primary Responsibility
Office of Student Life
Summary of Policy
Students enrolling at Allegheny College are required to demonstrate completed immunization records to the Office of Student Life. For a current and complete list of the required immunizations and forms, please visit the Wellness at Allegheny website section. Continuing students may be required to update their immunication records and/or receive new vaccines in the event of a public health emergency.
Reason for Policy
Immunization is required to create a safe living and learning environment.
Policy Statement
First year, transfer, domestic exchange, and international exchange students will not be permitted to move into residence halls and/or participate in classes without the required documentation of immunizations. Students participating in College-sponsored international study/travel opportunities are required to receive all immunizations recommended for travel to a particular region.
Exceptions
The only exceptions to this policy may be made with official medical documentation of allergies to substances in one or more of these vaccines and/or official medical documentation of a disease or medical condition that obtaining the vaccine could cause harm. Exceptions may also be granted on the basis of a sincere and genuine religious belief prohibiting a particular immunization. Medical or religious waivers must be applied for via the immunization waiver and are granted by the Office of Student Life at the time of enrollment.
Please be advised that such a waiver may affect the ability to participate in certain international travel opportunities. The College retains the right to deny approval for travel for which academic credit and/or funding is being provided by the College should it be felt that the health of the non-immunized student or other community members might be jeopardized.
Please be advised that students who are granted an exemption may be asked to leave campus in the event of an outbreak if the student does not have the needed immunizations.
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