Physical Examination and Immunization Requirements

Division of Graduate Medical Sciences Policy

Boston University is very concerned about the health and wellness of our entire student community. To this end, the University requires that every incoming student have a physical examination by a licensed practitioner and be immunized against the following common communicable diseases: measles, mumps, rubella (MMR); tetanus; hepatitis-B; and (bacterial) meningitis. In addition, clinical students who will see patients at Boston Medical Center (and other Boston hospitals) are required to have documentation of varicella immunity, a hepatitis B serum titer, and a two-step tuberculosis skin test. These requirements are indicated on the appropriate “Health History and Physical Examination Report.”

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts requires that all full-time undergraduate and graduate students, all full-time and part-time health science students, and any full-time or part-time international students submit proof of immunization. The “Health History and Physical Examination Report” or “Health Form”, available on the Student Health Services website, outlines the requirements.

Compliance

Boston University policy requires all students studying on Massachusetts campuses to provide an emergency alert phone number. In addition, as noted above, the Commonwealth of Massachusetts requires all full-time and part-time health science students to provide proof of having completed a series of immunizations. Check the Student Link to ensure that you have met these requirements. Students not in compliance will not be able to register, to adjust their schedules, or to register for future semesters.