Immunization Information

 Proof of Immunization

Proof of immunization for two measles and rubella (M&R) is required for all students born after January 1, 1957.  M&R immunizations must have been given after January 1, 1968 and after the students 1st birthday.  Exceptions are to those students born prior to January 1, 1957.  Also, there may be a religious exemption.  Please contact the Student Health Center for more questions at 972-2054.

"Got Immunization Records?"

Copies of your immunization records are acceptable as long as they are signed by the clinician or have a school or clinic stamp on the copy.  If you have had a name change, make sure the name under which you have registered at ASU is on the information you submit.

Immunizations at the Student Health Center

The mumps, measles, and rubella (MMR) cost $5.00.

Hepatitis B vaccination --  This vaccine is not required.  If wanted, it requires 3 separate injections at initial visit, 1 month from initial shot, and 5 months from 2nd shot.  Currently, the injection costs $ price varies check your local pharmacy.  If you are 20 years or younger, you may want to go to the Health Department located on Washington Ave. in Jonesboro (870) 933-4585.

Tuberculin Skin Test --  This is not an immunization & is not required, however, it is a frequent test we perform at the Student Health Center.  It is given annually to those needing proof for employment or student rotation through health care clinics and/or certain jobs like teaching.  We highly encourage all International students to take this test.  The cost to you is $10.00.

Influenza Vaccination--  This is not required, but available in the Fall semester each year.  The cost varies contact the Student Health Center.

Meningococcal Meningitis Vaccination--  Meningococcal Meningitis is a rare but potentially fatal illness.  There is a greater potential risk of infection for certain college students (i.e. freshman living in residence halls), although the risk for contracting the disease is low for the general population.  Additional risk factors for meningitis:

anyone who has a compromised immune system;

anyone who has had close contact with a known case;

anyone traveling to areas of the world where the disease is at high risk;

and anyone with an upper respiratory infection. 

The vaccine is 85% to 100% effective in preventing certain kinds of bacteria that cause about 70% of the disease in the United States of America.  The cost to you is $100.00, however, call our clinic or contact your local pharmacy to verify the price. (As required by Arkansas Legislative Act 1233).

Allergy Injections--  You are responsible to obtain copies of your doctor's orders/ prescription for your specific allergy injection/ shots.  Also, you are responsible to obtain your allergy serum along with paper work to bring it to each visit at the Student Health Center.  This means you'll have to make special arrangements for proper storage.  However, we may be of assistance to you if storage of your serum is a problem.  The cost of each injection is $10.00 or $15.00 for  2 or more.  This covers the cost of syringe and other medical supplies.  In case of an anaphylactic reaction, a specific dose of epinephrine will be administered.

Hep A vaccine, Typhoid, and script for malaria medication - Call us.

More specific information regarding any & all immunizations can be obtained at The Student Health Center.

Check our travel link for regional immunization recommendations.