What types of policies do US universities have in place this fall for coronavirus vaccines and quarantine periods? Read on to see how Shorelight universities are preparing – and how international students can plan in advance.
General Information for Students
All travelers to the United States, regardless of being vaccinated or not, are required to take a COVID test (test negative) prior to traveling
Our Shorelight Student Health Insurance covers COVID testing, treatment and vaccination - no out-of-pocket costs for the student
All students will have access to the COVID vaccination as soon as they enter the US, either via Campus COVID clinics or local pharmacies/vaccination sites
Students who have had a COVID vaccine already but that isn’t on the university approved list, will need to have another approved COVID vaccine upon arrival (detailed guidance can be provided by university staff)
Students should expect to be required to provide negative COVID tests throughout the quarantine process (if there is one in place) as well as periodically throughout the semester.
If a campus requires vaccines, a negative COVID test will not be sufficient to waive quarantine and/or vaccination requirements.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Approved Vaccinations = Moderna, Johnson & Johnson, Pfizer
World Health Organization (WHO) Approved Vaccinations = Moderna, Johnson & Johnson, Pfizer, Oxford-AstraZeneca, Sinopharm BBIBP
Information is valid as of June 7, 2021. For the most up-to-date information, please reach out to your Shorelight representative. All information is subject to change.
Adelphi University
University COVID News
State Public Health Site
Vaccine Required for Enrollment
No
Where to Get the Vaccine on Arrival
Local pharmacy/vaccination site
Vaccines Accepted
N/A
Proof of COVID Vaccine Required
N/A
Quarantine Required
Yes, all international students must quarantine for three days, regardless of vaccination status
Quarantine in Campus Housing
No, students must pay for off-campus hotel
Virtual Class Start During Quarantine
Yes
American University and American Collegiate DC
University COVID News
State Public Health Site
Vaccine Required for Enrollment
Yes, students must be fully vaccinated prior to move-in and enrollment
Where to Get the Vaccine on Arrival
On-campus COVID clinic or other local pharmacies/vaccination sites
Vaccines Accepted
WHO-approved
Proof of COVID Vaccine Required
Paper or digital vaccination record
Quarantine Required
No quarantining will be expected as all students will need to be vaccinated
Quarantine in Campus Housing
N/A
Virtual Class Start During Quarantine
N/A
American Collegiate LA
University COVID News
State Public Health Site
Vaccine Required for Enrollment
TBD
Where to Get the Vaccine on Arrival
Local pharmacy/vaccination site
Vaccines Accepted
TBD
Proof of COVID Vaccine Required
TBD
Quarantine Required
TBD
Quarantine in Campus Housing
TBD
Virtual Class Start During Quarantine
TBD
Auburn University and Auburn University at Montgomery
University COVID News
State Public Health Site
Vaccine Required for Enrollment
No
Where to Get the Vaccine on Arrival
On-campus COVID clinic or other local pharmacies/vaccination sites
Vaccines Accepted
N/A
Proof of COVID Vaccine Required
N/A
Quarantine Required
Yes, all international students must quarantine for seven days, regardless of vaccination status
Quarantine in Campus Housing
Yes
Virtual Class Start During Quarantine
No, students must arrive early enough to quarantine before classes begin
Cleveland State University
University COVID News
State Public Health Site
Vaccine Required for Enrollment
Students living on campus must be vaccinated; off-campus not required
Where to Get the Vaccine on Arrival
On-campus COVID clinic or other local pharmacies/vaccination sites
Vaccines Accepted
TBD
Proof of COVID Vaccine Required
TBD
Quarantine Required
Unvaccinated students must quarantine for 14 days and begin vaccination process
Quarantine in Campus Housing
Yes
Virtual Class Start During Quarantine
No, students must arrive early enough to quarantine before classes begin
Florida International University
University COVID News
State Public Health Site
Vaccine Required for Enrollment
TBD
Where to Get the Vaccine on Arrival
Local pharmacy/vaccination site
Vaccines Accepted
TBD
Proof of COVID Vaccine Required
TBD
Quarantine Required
No, quarantine requirements have been lifted. However, students must provide proof of negative COVID test taken within seven days prior to arrival in order to move into housing.
Quarantine in Campus Housing
TBD
Virtual Class Start During Quarantine
TBD
Gonzaga University
University COVID News
State Public Health Site
Vaccine Required for Enrollment
TBD
Where to Get the Vaccine on Arrival
On-campus COVID clinic or other local pharmacies/vaccination sites
Vaccines Accepted
TBD
Proof of COVID Vaccine Required
TBD
Quarantine Required
Students who are not vaccinated (FDA and WHO accepted) will need to quarantine for seven days
Quarantine in Campus Housing
TBD
Virtual Class Start During Quarantine
TBD
Louisiana State University
University COVID News
State Public Health Site
Vaccine Required for Enrollment
TBD
Where to Get the Vaccine on Arrival
On-campus COVID clinic or other local pharmacies/vaccination sites
Vaccines Accepted
TBD
Proof of COVID Vaccine Required
TBD
Quarantine Required
No
Quarantine in Campus Housing
N/A
Virtual Class Start During Quarantine
N/A
University of Central Florida
University COVID News
State Public Health Site
Vaccine Required for Enrollment
No
Where to Get the Vaccine on Arrival
On-campus COVID clinic or other local pharmacies/vaccination sites
Vaccines Accepted
N/A
Proof of COVID Vaccine Required
N/A
Quarantine Required
No, quarantine requirements have been lifted
Quarantine in Campus Housing
N/A
Virtual Class Start During Quarantine
N/A
University of Dayton
University COVID News
State Public Health Site
Vaccine Required for Enrollment
No
Where to Get the Vaccine on Arrival
On-campus COVID clinic or other local pharmacies/vaccination sites
Vaccines Accepted
N/A
Proof of COVID Vaccine Required
N/A
Quarantine Required
Students who are not vaccinated (FDA and WHO accepted) will need to quarantine for seven days
Quarantine in Campus Housing
In a designated building on campus or with friends/family off campus
Virtual Class Start During Quarantine
TBD
University of Illinois Chicago
University COVID News
State Public Health Site
Vaccine Required for Enrollment
No
Where to Get the Vaccine on Arrival
On-campus COVID clinic or other local pharmacies/vaccination sites
Vaccines Accepted
N/A
Proof of COVID Vaccine Required
N/A
Quarantine Required
All international students must quarantine for 10 days, regardless of vaccination status
Quarantine in Campus Housing
In a designated building on campus
Virtual Class Start During Quarantine
TBD
University of Kansas
University COVID News
State Public Health Site
Vaccine Required for Enrollment
No
Where to Get the Vaccine on Arrival
On-campus COVID clinic or other local pharmacies/vaccination sites
Vaccines Accepted
N/A
Proof of COVID Vaccine Required
N/A
Quarantine Required
Students who are not vaccinated (FDA and WHO accepted) will need to quarantine for seven days
Quarantine in Campus Housing
Yes
Virtual Class Start During Quarantine
No, students must arrive early enough to quarantine before classes begin
University of Massachusetts Amherst
University COVID News
State Public Health Site
Vaccine Required for Enrollment
Yes, students must be fully vaccinated prior to move in
Where to Get the Vaccine on Arrival
On-campus COVID clinic or other local pharmacies/vaccination sites
Vaccines Accepted
WHO-approved
Proof of COVID Vaccine Required
TBD
Quarantine Required
No quarantining will be expected as all students will need to be vaccinated
Quarantine in Campus Housing
N/A
Virtual Class Start During Quarantine
N/A
University of Massachusetts Boston
University COVID News
State Public Health Site
Vaccine Required for Enrollment
Yes, students must be fully vaccinated prior to class start date
Where to Get the Vaccine on Arrival
Local pharmacy/vaccination site
Vaccines Accepted
WHO-approved
Proof of COVID Vaccine Required
TBD
Quarantine Required
TBD
Quarantine in Campus Housing
TBD
Virtual Class Start During Quarantine
TBD
University of Mississippi
University COVID News
State Public Health Site
Vaccine Required for Enrollment
No
Where to Get the Vaccine on Arrival
On-campus COVID clinic or other local pharmacies/vaccination site
Vaccines Accepted
N/A
Proof of COVID Vaccine Required
N/A
Quarantine Required
TBD
Quarantine in Campus Housing
TBD
Virtual Class Start During Quarantine
TBD
University of the Pacific
University COVID News
State Public Health Site
Vaccine Required for Enrollment
Yes, students must be fully vaccinated prior to move in
Where to Get the Vaccine on Arrival
On-campus COVID clinic or other local pharmacies/vaccination sites
Vaccines Accepted
FDA-approved
Proof of COVID Vaccine Required
TBD
Quarantine Required
TBD
Quarantine in Campus Housing
N/A
Virtual Class Start During Quarantine
N/A
University of South Carolina
University COVID News
State Public Health Site
Vaccine Required for Enrollment
No
Where to Get the Vaccine on Arrival
On-campus COVID clinic or other local pharmacies/vaccination sites
Vaccines Accepted
N/A
Proof of COVID Vaccine Required
N/A
Quarantine Required
No, quarantine requirements have been lifted. However, students will be required to follow a social distancing policy for seven days after arrival (campus will share details with students directly).
Quarantine in Campus Housing
N/A
Virtual Class Start During Quarantine
N/A
University of Utah
University COVID News
State Public Health Site
Vaccine Required for Enrollment
No
Where to Get the Vaccine on Arrival
Local pharmacy/vaccination site
Vaccines Accepted
N/A
Proof of COVID Vaccine Required
N/A
Quarantine Required
No, quarantine requirements have been lifted. However, students will be required to follow a social distancing policy for seven days after arrival (campus will share details with students directly).
Quarantine in Campus Housing
N/A
Virtual Class Start During Quarantine
N/A
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