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As part of the enrollment process at Chapman University students are required to create an account and complete to-do items in their Medical Portal.

Failure to create an account or complete to-do items may delay your ability to register for classes.

If you are planning to participate in intercollegiate athletics, you can access the medical eligibility forms here. 

Please feel free to Contact Us if you have any questions.

All medical information and medical files are strictly confidential.

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Immunization requirements for incoming students

Incoming students for the 2026–2027 academic year are required to comply with the Chapman University Immunization Requirements (2026–2027).

The Chapman University immunization requirements apply to all undergraduate students, graduate students, transfer students and re-admits who are not in fully remote programs.

To be in compliance with the requirements, you will need to submit your immunization records as outlined in the table below.

Chapman University Vaccination Policy 2026-2027

Vaccination

Policy

MMR (measles, mumps, rubella):

• 2 doeses received no sooner than age 1

OR

• a titer showing positive immunity to all 3

Required

Varicella:

• 2 doses received no sooner than age 1

OR

• a titer showing positive immunity

Required

Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis):

• 1 Tdap within the past 10 years

Required

Meningococcal ACWY*:

• 1 dose at or after age 16

Required for undergraduate students

TB (tuberculosis) Screening:

• Negative PPD skin testing or QuantiFERON Gold blood
test within 1 year

• Follow up negative chest xray if PPD or
QuantiFERON is positive

Required for international students

Meningococcal B*

Recommended

Hepatitis B

Recommended

Hepatitis A

 Recommended

Covid-19

Recommended

Seasonal Influenza

Recommended

HPV

Recommended

* MenACWY and MenB: Institutions that provide on-campus housing must inform students about meningococcal disease and vaccine. Public institutions must document receipt of information and whether they choose to be immunized (Health and Safety Code, sections 120395-120399). ¶

Deadline for submitting immunization records

For students entering Chapman in the fall, all immunization records (outlined in the table above) must be uploaded to the Medical Portal by August 1.

In order to be enrolled at Chapman in the fall semester, you must upload your documents before this date. If you fail to upload your records by this date, you may be unable to attend Chapman. You may also need to pay late fees if you submit your records late.

Immunization exemptions

For students entering Chapman in the fall, the deadline to request an immunization exemption for any reason (non-religious or religious) is August 1. We strongly encourage you to request any immunization exemptions well in advance of the deadline to provide enough time for review.

Requesting an immunization exemption for non-religious reasons

To request a medical immunization exemption for non-religious reasons, you must submit a letter from an appropriate MD or DO. This letter should:

  • Be written by an MD or DO who is licensed at the time of writing.
  • Indicate the reason for your exemption request.
  • Be dated within the last one year.

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How to submit your immunization exemption letter

  1. Once you have your completed letter, upload it to the Medical Portal.
  2. Email our Student Health Center (studenthealth@chapman.edu) to inform our staff that your letter has been uploaded and is ready for review. If we do not receive an email from you, the university does not assume responsibility for any failure to review the exemption request by the August 1 deadline, and a hold may be placed on registration, preventing your enrollment at Chapman.
  3. Wait to receive a response from the Student Health Center. The Student Health Center will inform you of whether your request has been approved or denied.

 

Requesting an immunization exemption for religious reasons

To request a medical immunization exemption for religious reasons, you must complete the Religious Exception from Vaccine Requirement Request Form.


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How to submit your Religious Exception from Vaccine Requirement Request Form

  1. Once you have filled out your form, upload it to the Medical Portal.
  2. Email our Student Health Center (studenthealth@chapman.edu) to inform our staff that your letter has been uploaded and is ready for review. If we do not receive an email from you, the university does not assume responsibility for any failure to review the exemption request by the August 1 deadline, and a hold may be placed on registration, preventing your enrollment at Chapman.
  3. Wait to receive a response from the Student Health Center. The Student Health Center will inform you of whether your request has been approved or denied.

 

Frequently asked questions


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What is a titer test and why would I submit one?

If you do not have access to records, you may be able to submit a titer test. A titer is a laboratory test, ordered by a medical provider, that measures the presence and amount of antibodies in the blood. A titer may be used to prove immunity to disease. This option should only be used by those who no longer have access to immunization records. Titers may only be accepted for MMR, Varicella and Hepatitis B.

What if I need an extension on the deadline?

If you need an extension to the deadline, you can email studenthealth@chapman.edu. In your email, request an extension to the August 1 deadline. Your extension will be valid until 14 days after you are covered by Student Health Insurance. Before emailing in your request, please upload any immunization records you do have so that staff are fully informed of your immunization status when reviewing your extension request. Extensions will be made on a case-by-case basis.

Do international students have more time to submit their information?

Yes. International students will have an additional 30 days to submit any outstanding requirements (September 1), as we understand some of the vaccines are not available in every country. However, please upload all records you do have by the August 1 deadline.