Immunizations

All students must submit required immunization records before their first semester at Montclair State University. Learn about deadlines, submission steps, exemptions and how to stay compliant to avoid registration or housing issues.

Important Deadlines

All students must submit proof of immunization before their first semester.

SemesterSubmission Deadline
SpringDecember 1 
SummerApril 15
FallMay 22

Your immunization records may be obtained from:

  • Your personal immunization record
  • Your healthcare provider
  • Your high school
  • Any previous college or university

How to Submit

Submit your immunization records through the MyHealth Portal.

You can:

  • Upload immunization records
  • Complete required medical forms
  • Check your submission status
  • Send secure messages to the Student Health Center
     
Access the Immunization History Form

Important Notice: Non-Compliance

All new and transfer students must meet immunization requirements to attend Montclair State University and, if applicable, live in University housing.

These requirements are mandated by New Jersey law and the University.

If You Miss the Deadline

  • You will not be permitted to move into your residence hall (if applicable)
  • You may be de-registered from your courses

Immunization Requirements

Newly Admitted Students Under Age 19

Full-Time Students

  • MMR: 2-dose series (first dose after first birthday)
  • Hepatitis B: 3-dose series
  • Meningitis: 2 doses, one must be after age 16

Part-Time Students

  • MMR: 2-dose series
  • Meningitis: 2 doses, one must be after age 16

Newly Admitted Students Age 19 and Older

Full-Time Students

  • MMR: 2-dose series
  • Hepatitis B: 3-dose series
  • If living on campus: 1 meningitis dose (within last 5 years and after age 16)

Part-Time Students

  • MMR: 2-dose series
  • If living on campus: 1 meningitis dose (within last 5 years and after age 16)

Immunization Exemptions

Students Exempt from Requirements

  • Enrolled only in a certificate program
  • Enrolled only in a fully online program
  • Age 31 or older at time of matriculation

Forms

All exemption forms should be uploaded to MyHealth Portal.

Recommended Immunizations

Strongly recommended for protection and prevention:

  • COVID-19 vaccination and boosters
  • Varicella (chickenpox)
  • Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis)
  • HPV
  • Td
  • Hepatitis A
  • Influenza (flu)
  • Meningococcal B