Immunizations
In response to updated federal and state guidelines on COVID-19, as of June 1, 2023, Kean University no longer requires the COVID-19 vaccination, however, it is strongly recommended. Please read the information below carefully to learn more about other required vaccinations for students.
The Immunization Requirements Form for new students is available via the Student Health Portal. Click on the buttons below for directions to access and submit the form.
Kean University Mandatory Immunization Requirements
Effective June 1, 2023, Kean University will no longer require the COVID-19 vaccination, however, it is strongly recommended.
Immunization Deadline:
Fall Semester Start: August 1st
Spring Semester Start: January 6th
Submit immunization records on the PyraMED Student Health Portal
Additional details are available in the Immunizations Requirements Packet. Please read carefully for directions to complete and submit this document.
***Returning students do not need to resubmit vaccination records already on file with the University. If returning students are missing immunization requirements, they are required to submit all missing documentation or a hold/restriction will be placed on their account.***
The information below is available in the Kean University Immunization Requirements Chart.
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Vaccine Type |
Resident (Resides in campus housing) |
Commuter Part time (taking 1-11 credits) |
Commuter Full time (taking 12 or more credits) |
International (Resides in the U.S. with a student visa) |
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MMR |
✔ |
✔ |
✔ |
✔ |
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Hepatitis B |
✔ |
✘ |
✔ |
✔ |
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Meningitis ACYW** |
✔ |
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Tuberculosis Skin Test (PPD, Mantoux, TST) |
✘ |
✘ |
✘ |
✔ Quantiferon Blood Testing if prior record of BCG vaccination |
**Meningitis ACYW: If your last dose was given greater than 5 years after age 16 AND you are a new residential student, a booster will be required.
Nursing Program Requirements ONLY
MMR Titers
Hepatitis B Titers
2 Step Tuberculosis Test/PPD/Mantoux/TST or Quantiferon Blood Testing acceptable (within 12 months)
Varicella Titers
Tdap
New Jersey State law mandates that Kean University complies with the Department of Health and Senior Services Immunization Regulations. Failure to submit your immunizations by the required dates may result in an immunization hold restriction being placed on your account. This restriction may prevent you from registering for future semesters and receiving grades.