FAQs

Immunizations FAQs

• I just tried to register and was told I have an immunization hold. What does this mean?

  This means that you need to submit proof of immunizations to Student Health & Counseling Services. Once your records are received, we will review and verify the vaccination dates. If everything is complete, we will release the immunization hold.

• Complio says that I am compliant. Why do I have an immunization hold?

  Student Health and Counseling Services does not have access to viewing any records you submit through Complio because this program is exclusive to the School of Nursing.

  You still need to submit copies of your records to Student Health and Counseling Services through our submission portal.

• Where can I find my vaccination records?

  Your immunization information may be found in:

  • Your Parents/Legal Guardians: Many parents maintain copies of their children'svaccine records. Most often, these records are documented on yellow, fold-out cards like the one pictured here. 
  • Your Doctor's Office: Medical providers will often have copies of these records in a patient's chart. If you current doctor does not have these records, you should reach out to your pediatrician's office.
  • Your Elementary, Middle, or High School: In most states, students are required to submit copies of their vaccine records at some point during their primary and secondary education.
  • Previous Colleges or Universities: If you have previously attended another college or university, you may have been required to submit immunization records to their student health center or registrar's office.
  • The Military: If you enlisted in any branch of the military and completed military service, you likely have vaccine records on file with them.
  • Your State Vaccine Registry: In many states, medical provider's are required to upload vaccines given to patients directly into a statewide vaccine registry system. You can use the CDC's Contacts for IIS Immunization Records page to locate information for your state's registry.
  • Laboratory Evidence of Immunity: If you cannot locate your records, but you recall getting vaccinated as a child, you can get a blood test (known as a titer) to check for immunity to Measles, Mumps, Rubella, and Hepatitis B. If the results show that you are immune, you can submit the lab report in lieu or vaccination records.
• I can't find my immunization records and I don't want to get vaccinated. What can I do?

  If you cannot locate your records, but you recall getting vaccinated as a child, you can get a blood test (known as a titer) to check for immunity. You can request this test from your private medical provider or make an appointment at Student Health & Counseling Services.

  You will need titer results for Measles, Mumps, and Rubella; and/or Hepatitis B, if you are 18 years of age or younger. If the results show that you are immune, you can submit the lab report in lieu or vaccination records. If the results show that you are NOT immune, you will need to receive the necessary vaccines.

• I am 18 years old, am I still required to show proof of or get the Hepatitis B vaccine?

  Yes. If you are 18 years of age or younger, at the start of your entering academic year at Cal State San Marcos, you must show proof that you have completed the Hepatitis B vaccination series.

• I am a transfer student and have already submitted proof of immunization to my previous college, don't my records automatically transfer over?

  Your immunization records are NOT automatically transferred over to Cal State San Marcos. Therefore, if you do not show proof of the required immunizations, your registration will be held for the following semester. You may call the student health center at your previous University to request a copy of your immunization records. 

   

• I am a transfer student, am I required to have the Hepatitis B vaccine?

  If you are 18 years of age or younger, at the time of your transfer to Cal State San Marcos, you must show proof that you have completed the Hepatitis B vaccination series. If you are 19 years or older, at the time of your transfer, you are not required to show proof that you have completed the Hepatitis B vaccination series.

  All students, regardless of age, are required to submit proof of MMR vaccination.

• I have a medical, disability or religious concerns and do not want to be vaccinated, what can I do?
  • Medical Exemption: A student with a medical condition that prevents them from being safely vaccinated may be exempted from the requirement. Please complete the Medical Exemption Form with documentation and signature from a licensed physician (MD,DO), physician assistant (PA) or nurse practitioner (NP).
    
    
  • Religious/ Strongly Held Personal Belief Exemption: A student may be exempted from receiving a required immunization due to either (i) a person's sincerely held religious belief, observance, or practice, which includes any traditionally recognized religion, or (ii) beliefs, observances, or practices which an individual sincerely holds and that occupy a place of importance in that individual's life, comparable to that of traditionally recognized religions. Please complete the Religious Exemption Form.
• Can I get vaccinated at SHCS?

  All currently enrolled CSUSM students are able to make an appointment to get a vaccine or a titer blood test at Student Health and Counseling Services. 

  Please note that we do not carry all vaccines that are available, and we DO NOT accept or bill insurance. Call our office to inquire about availability and pricing, or to schedule an appointment. We can be reached at (760) 750-4915.

• Can I get the COVID-19 vaccine at SHCS?
  At this time, the COVID-19 vaccine is not available at SHCS. Use VaccineFinder to locate a COVID-19 vaccine near you or check out the CSUSM COVID-19 Resources & Guidelines page for more information. 
• I will be living in housing, what immunizations must I complete?

  Meningococcal Conjugate (MenACWY) immunization, administered within the last four years, is required for all first-time CSUSM residential students (living in university or affiliated housing) who are 21 years or younger. Records of up-to-date immunization must be submitted prior to move-in.

  Please visit the CSUSM Immunization Requirement page for a list of all mandatory vaccines.