Community Services

Student Health Center

Care for Every Body

All bodies are welcome at the Student Health Center. You will receive care that respects and supports you, no matter your age, assigned sex at birth, body shape, citizenship, class, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, income, language, race, religion, residency status, sexuality or weight. We are here to care for you, fully and without judgment.

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Montclair

: askanurse@montclair.edu
: 973-655-3459
: Montclair Campus, Blanton Hall, Ground Floor

Bloomfield

: 973-655-2800
: Bloomfield Campus, Talbott Hall, 2nd Floor

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Your Health, Your Access

All Montclair State University students can receive care at the Student Health Center, regardless of insurance coverage.

Available on both Montclair and Bloomfield campuses.
In-person and Telehealth appointments offered.
No co-pay required for visits. Services are free or low cost.

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Privacy & Confidentiality

Your care is completely confidential.

Medical records are not part of your academic record.
Information is protected under HIPAA.
Nothing is shared without your written consent.

The only exceptions are situations involving safety risks or legal reporting requirements.

Quick Care Options

The Student Health Center is a comprehensive outpatient facility that functions like a primary care office. Care is provided by advanced practice nurses, registered nurses and collaborating physicians.

STI Express Testing

Fast, no-provider-visit testing for students without symptoms.

Schedule through MyHealth Portal under Appointment Scheduling.

Services Available

Diagnosis and treatment of illness and injuries
Employment and sports physicals
Gynecological care
STI and HIV screening
Men’s health screening and consults
LGBTQ+ health screening and consults
Laboratory services, including testing for COVID, strep, HIV, mononucleosis and pregnancy
Immunizations
On-site prescription medication
Birth control and emergency contraception (“Plan B”)
Sexual assault response services
Specialist referrals
Medical advisement for travel abroad

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions about the Student Health Center, including appointments, insurance, confidentiality, immunization records and available services.

Is my medical information confidential?

Yes. Your medical information is confidential and protected. If you are 18 or older, nothing is shared without your consent.

Do I need the University health insurance to use the Student Health Center?

No. All enrolled students can use the Student Health Center regardless of insurance.

Do I need an appointment?

Yes. Appointments are preferred. Call 973-655-3459 (Montclair campus) or 973-655-2800 (Bloomfield campus) to schedule. Most students are seen within 24-48 hours for acute/more urgent appointments.

Will I see a doctor?

You will most likely see a Nurse Practitioner, who can diagnose, treat and prescribe medications.

Can I get a medical excuse for class?

The Student Health Center does not provide absence notes. You should communicate directly with your professor.

How do I submit immunization records?

All records are submitted electronically through the MyHealth Portal.

Can I get vaccines at the Student Health Center?

Yes, vaccines are available for a fee. Some may be covered if you are enrolled in the Student Health Insurance Plan.