Immunity Requirements FAQ
Table of Contents: General Questions and Tutorials ⋅ Measles and Mumps Questions ⋅ Meningitis ACWY Questions ⋅ Exemption Questions
How do I submit my documents?
Please submit through the following portal. Make sure you sign in with your complete @uw.edu email address. You may also need to do this in a private/incognito web browser window. If you are signed in with your personal Microsoft user ID, rather than your UW email address, you will not have access to the form.
I tried to upload my MMM documents, and the portal would not let me!
Make sure you use a private/incognito browser window and log in with your complete @uw.edu address. To check if you are using your UW email address, please click here and click on “My account.” You should see something like below.
How do I let UW access my Washington state Immunization Information Service (WAIIS)?
Access the link here to authorize UW to access your state immunization records.
Your screen will show you this after you’ve confirmed your choice:
We will process your immunizations within 24 hours of our receiving them. However, if you are in a hurry or want to make sure we see your confirmation, please forward the email informing you of the changes to us with your student ID number, like below.
What documents should I submit?
We accept:
- Immunization records from a clinic or hospital
- K-12 transcripts that show immunizations
- Official handwritten immunization booklets
- The recommended Proof of Immunity form with a medical professional’s signature
- Pharmacy prescription documents/receipts for vaccinations
- State or country government documents. For vaccinations taken in Washington state, you can use the website MyIR.
- Military students: we accept forms DD214 and DD2766, which you can find on the website eBenefits.
Every document must have the student’s name and date of birth, vaccination date and brand, and must be verified by either a medical professional or an immunization report. It must be a legal, official report.
Where can I get my vaccine records?
Check with your primary care provider to see if they have the records of your vaccinations, or any organization where you received vaccinations.
You can also check with the state or country department of health. For vaccinations taken in Washington state, you can use the website MyIR Mobile.
Also, if you have received vaccines in the State of Washington, the Washington State Immunization Information System (WAIIS) may contain your immunization records. You may authorize UW to query WAIIS for these records to assist you in satisfying your immunization requirement. Please update your Consent for Immunization Record Query for us to be able to look up your WAIIS record. Once you confirm your authorization, you can either forward us your confirmation email from the Office of the Registrar or wait 24-48 hours for us to receive it automatically and look up your records. You will receive an email letting you know whether the immunizations listed in your WAIIS record were sufficient to fulfill your immunity requirements.
What if I can’t afford the price of immunizations/titers?
There are many options for students who are worried about the cost of vaccines or bloodwork.
- For reduced-cost vaccine options and information on insurances, you can find resources here.
- If you cannot get health insurance, you may need to call around to pharmacies and check for the lowest prices on immunizations.
How long will it take for my submission to be processed? How will I know if it is accepted or rejected?
When you submit your records in the portal, you will receive an automatic email to your UW email address informing you that you have submitted your documents, and that your documents will be processed in 1-2 days, with longer wait times depending on how many submissions we receive. Please be patient and check your emails.
You will receive an email to your UW email address once your submission has been reviewed, informing you of its status. If it has been accepted, you will receive an email informing you that you are no longer blocked from registration. If it has been rejected, or does not fulfill all your immunity requirements, you will receive an email informing you why it was rejected and how to fix the problem.
What should I do if I have a registration hold?
Students who have not met the Measles, Mumps, and Meningitis (MMM) requirements will not be able to register for their second quarter.
While we understand that a registration block is a significant disruption for students, our priority is protecting the UW community from infectious diseases like Measles, Mumps, and Meningitis.
If you find that you have a registration block, review the specifications of the requirements listed here and correct your mistake. Check your email to see if we have informed you why a submission was rejected.
If you are still having trouble satisfying your requirements, please contact us at immunity@uw.edu.
How can I find out the status of my submitted immunization documents?
Please check your UW email account. After you submit your immunization records, you will receive a message there letting you know what was accepted, and noting any problems.
Incoming students will receive periodic reminders to their UW email, reminding them to satisfy their requirements before their Submission and Registration dates. If you have not yet fulfilled your immunization requirements, there will be a notice in your MyUW account.
How do I find my UW NetID/UW email account? How do I find my student ID number?
You can log into your myUW account here. You can find your netID through this link.
To find your student ID number, which is one of the most useful ways for us to be able to find your information:
- Go to Accounts and “Manage Husky Card” to find your Husky account number. That is your student ID number.
- You can also find your student ID number on your Husky Card.
Which students are in the Health Sciences Immunization Program?
If you are in the following Health Sciences programs, you need to meet the Health Sciences Immunization Program requirements, which are administered by UW Environmental Health & Safety. You do not need to satisfy the general UW requirement, unless you are under 22 years old, in which case you must satisfy the Meningitis ACWY requirement. For more information about the HSIP requirements, please view this website.
- Seattle HSIP Programs:
- Medicine (MED)
- MEDEX
- Medical Laboratory Science/Laboratory Medicine
- Rehab Medicine (DPT/MOT/P&O)
- Genetic Counseling
- Dentistry (DDS and most post-doctoral students)
- Endo/OralB/OralM/Ortho/Perio/Pros
- Pharmacy Doctorate (PharmD)
- Nursing (BSN/ABSN/DNP/Certificate)
- Social Work (BASW/MSW)
- Public Health (MPH/Nutrition)
- Speech & Hearing Sciences (SPHSC)
- CoreSLP/MedSLP/EdSLP/AuD/AuD-PhD
- Tacoma HSIP programs
- Social Work (BASW/MSW)
- Bothell HSIP programs – None.
- All Bothell students must follow the UW General Immunization Requirement and/or any additional requirements set by their program.
If you are under the age of 22 as of the first day of the quarter and entering one of the programs listed above, you will need to provide proof of Meningococcal ACWY immunization in addition to your HSIP requirements:
- Follow the instructions to meet the requirement for students under the age of 22 but only provide proof of Meningitis ACWY immunization after the age of 16 (no need to complete the MMR section of the UW form).
- Meet the full HSIP requirement.
Which students don’t need to meet the Immunity Requirement
| Student Type | Measles | Mumps | Meningitis ACWY (If between 16-21 years old) | HSIP Requirements |
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| Students born before January 1, 1957 | ||||
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Students in 100% Online Programs*** |
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| Students who study online but are not in 100% Online Programs | |
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| Students who are enrolled for only one Quarter |
*Matriculated students are formally admitted to the University; a nonmatriculated or a graduate nonmatriculated student is one who isn’t formally admitted to the University.
**Health Science Immunization Program students can find their specific requirements here. If you are not sure if you are an HSIP student, please follow the link before or our FAQ page. HSIP Students under 22 years old must still submit their Meningitis ACWY vaccine to the MMM Portal.
***For a list of all 100% Online Programs, see below.
Which programs are considered 100% Online Programs?
- 0-A A-10-27: Master of Aerospace Engineering
- 0-A A-35-27: Master of Aerospace Engineering (Comp Materials & Structures)
- 0-A E-0-27: Master of Aerospace Engineering
- 0-A E-1-27: Master of Aerospace Engineering (Controls)
- 0-A E-2-27: Master of Aerospace Engineering (Fluids)
- 0-A E-3-27: Master of Aerospace Engineering (Propulsion/Plasma/Power)
- 0-A E-4-27: Master of Aerospace Engineering (Structures)
- 0-A E-5-27: Master of Aerospace Engineering (Composites)
- 0-AMATH-10-25: Master of Science (Applied Mathematics)
- 0-AMATH-11-25: Master of Science (Applied Math: Applied & Computational)
- 0-CFRM-5-26: Master of Science in Computational Finance & Risk Management
- 0-CFRM-15-26: Master of Science in Computational Finance & Risk Management (Computing)
- 0-CFRM-25-26: Master of Science in Computational Finance & Risk Management (Risk Management)
- 0-CIV E-50-26: Master of Science in Civil Engineering
- 0-CIV E-60-26: Master of Science in Civil Engineering
- 0-CONMGT-10-26: Master of Science in Construction Management
- 0-EC&E-0-11: Bachelor of Arts (Early Care and Education)
- 0-EC&E-10-11: Bachelor of Arts (Early Care and Education: Teaching and Learning)
- 0-ECE-0-11: Bachelor of Arts (Early Care and Education)
- 0-ECE-10-11: Bachelor of Arts (Early Care and Education: Teaching and Learning)
- 0-ECFS O-0-11: Bachelor of Arts (Early Childhood and Family Studies)
- 0-ECFS O-10-11: Bachelor of Arts (Early Childhood and Family Studies: Teaching and Learning)
- 0-EDUCX-46-27: Master of Education (Special Education)
- 0-IPM-0-27: Master of Infrastructure Planning and Management
- 0-ISS O-0-11: Bachelor of Arts (Integrated Social Sciences)
- 0-LIS X-0-27: Master of Library and Information Science
- 0-M E-10-26: Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering
- 0-M E-40-26: Master of Science in Engineering (Mechanical Engineering)
- 0-PHARBE-0-27: Master of Pharmaceutical Bioengineering
- 0-PHARBX-0-27: Master of Pharmaceutical Bioengineering
- 0-SIMF-1-26: Master of Science in Information Management
- 0-SIMX-1-26: Master of Science in Information Management
- 0-SIMX-11-26: Master of Science in Information Management
- 0-SUSTRN-0-27: Master of Sustainable Transportation
- 2-T SDE-0-35: Graduate Certificate in Software Development Engineering
- 2-TCJUSO-0-11: Bachelor of Arts (Criminal Justice)
I’m going to a new university or job that requires my immunization records! Do you still have the ones I sent to you?
We may still have the records that you sent to us. The University of Washington retains records for 6 years after your last contact with the University. However, if we have the written information on your student records, we can send you that information. Email your full name, date of birth, student ID number and netID with the records request, and we will send your records via an encrypted email for security purposes.
I’m a UW employee as well as a student! Do I need to satisfy the Measles, Mumps, and Meningitis requirements?
You still need to satisfy your Measles, Mumps, and (if under age 22) Meningitis requirements. Please submit your vaccines here.
My records are not in English. Do I need to get them translated?
You are welcome to submit them without a translation. We are able to read records in several languages. If we cannot, we will reach out to you for clarification or assistance.
Can I come to Hall Health Center or the Registrar’s Office to release my registration hold?
No. If you have any questions, please contact the Immunization Verification Program at immunity@uw.edu or 206-616-4672.
Hall Health is able to accept walk-ins at this time. If you are looking to receive immunizations, please contact 206-616-2495 to make an appointment or call ahead. Hall Health staff are not able to address registration holds or uploaded immunization documents sent through the portal. Managing this requirement is an administrative responsibility led by the Immunity Verification Program.
Do not go to the Office of the University Registrar or campus registration office for help releasing your registration hold regarding your immunization requirements, as they will not be able to help you, and will redirect you to this site as well. Managing this requirement is an administrative responsibility led by the Immunity Verification Program.
I have questions. How can I get help?
You can email your questions to immunity@uw.edu. Please include your student ID number in your email. Due to high email volumes, you may have to wait 1-3 days for a reply, so read the website carefully first.
You can also call us at 206-616-4672. If we are not able to answer at that time, please leave a voicemail. We will email you in return if you leave your name, student ID number, and concern. We will reply in 1-3 days, or longer during busy times.
How many Measles and Mumps vaccines do you require?
We require either:
- Two MMRs (Measles-Mumps-Rubella)
- OR two Measles vaccines and two Mumps vaccines
- OR Positive Measles or Mumps titer test results.
Where can I get my Measles and Mumps vaccines?
Here are a few nearby locations for each campus:
If one clinic or pharmacy does not have the vaccine or appointments, you’re welcome to find another.
I don’t have my childhood Measles and Mumps (MMR) records. What do I do?
You can request Measles and Mumps titers (blood immunity tests), to see if you have immunity to these diseases. You can request these from your primary care physician, most clinics, or you can go to Hall Health Clinic in Seattle.
We accept only positive test results, not negative or equivocal.
My titer test results were negative or equivocal. What do I do?
If either or both of your Measles and Mumps titer test results are negative or equivocal, you should take an MMR vaccine, and then wait at least 28 days and take a second MMR vaccine or a second titer test. If you have a second titer test and again receive a result that is not positive, you will need to take another MMR vaccine.
What is the difference between Rubella and Rubeola?
Rubeola is the medical word for Measles. Rubella is the medical word for German Measles. We require the Rubeola titer test, but not the Rubella titer test. Please check before you submit your titer test results that you are sending the Rubeola (Measles) and Mumps results.
Why didn’t my Measles and Mumps records fulfill the requirements?
Possible reasons include:
- No name on the record or a different name than what is in the student database; no date of birth to corroborate identity.
- No medical professional’s signature on the document. Official immunization records are acceptable. (No signature is required on the form if you are submitting official immunization records.)
- Incomplete form: The form requires student name and date of birth, dates of vaccinations, and signatures (as required per form instructions).
- Illegible handwriting on the document: Vaccinations need to be clearly labelled.
- Not having enough Measles or Mumps vaccines. We require two Measles and two Mumps vaccinations, which can either be done individually or by two MMR vaccines. We will also accept positive Measles and positive Mumps titer test results instead of the vaccinations.
If I had my Meningitis vaccine when I was 11-14, do I need to take the Meningitis vaccine again?
Yes, you need a second dose of the Meningitis ACWY vaccine. The vaccine should be taken after students’ 16th birthday. We will accept a student’s Meningitis ACWY vaccine if they received it at age 15, but no younger. Students under the age of 16 are not required to fulfill the requirement until their 16th birthday.
I live in a location that doesn’t offer the acceptable brands of Meningitis! Can I wait until I arrive on campus?
Yes, you are allowed to wait until you arrive on campus. You should be able to receive the vaccine at any of the locations mentioned on the sidebar of this page. However, please pay attention to the deadline to turn in proof of your vaccination.
I had the Meningitis A, C, AC, or B vaccine. Does that satisfy the requirement?
No. You need to have a Meningitis ACWY vaccine to prevent the A, C, W, and Y variants of Meningitis.
Why wasn’t my meningitis polysaccharide (MSPVC) accepted?
We cannot accept polysaccharides, as they are less effective against Meningitis than conjugate vaccines.
Why wasn’t my Meningitis vaccine accepted?
Possible reasons include:
- Meningitis ACWY taken before you were 15 years old. If you received your first dose younger than 15 years of age, you will need a booster dose.
- Meningitis ACWY taken in China, as that version might not be as effective. (Versions taken in Hong Kong and Taiwan are acceptable.)
- Meningitis B vaccine taken instead of the ACWY variant.
- Other unaccepted Meningitis vaccines. See here for details.
- We cannot accept meningitis polysaccharide (MSPVC), as they are less effective against Meningitis than conjugate vaccines.
How do I get a temporary extension for Measles, Mumps, and/or Meningitis ACWY requirements?
You can request a temporary extension by calling or emailing us and explaining why you were not able to fulfill the requirement. We can offer 40 days as an extension, or until the next registration period, whichever comes soonest. We cannot give second extensions, as students will have been emailed several times about the requirement.
Once you have gone past your extension, we will not be giving you a second extension. If you have any questions, please let us know.
Do HSIP students need to submit their COVID-19 vaccines to the portal here?
HSIP students need to turn in their COVID-19 vaccine information to the Castlebranch portal found on this website.
How do I request a Measles, Mumps, and Meningitis exemption?
To obtain an exemption to the Measles, Mumps, and/or Meningitis ACWY immunity requirement, please download and print the form below, and have it signed by a health care professional.
Your exemption request will be reviewed within 3-5 days of receipt.
Form: Medically-Informed Exemption Form
Updated: August 22, 2023
