Requirements for freshmen and transfer students:

 

1. Submit required health forms

Student must submit the following forms as part of the registration process. If you have questions about this part of the process, please call the Office of Student Life at (509) 527-2511.

Tuberculosis screening	All students are required to submit this form	Complete the TB screening form >
Minor consent	Students under 18 are required to submit this form	Submit a preauthorization to treat minors consent form >

 

Consent forms should be sent to:

Fax: Student Life office | (509) 527-2674

Email:  student.life@powerorigin.net

Note: When you submit your forms, they must be reviewed by university  staff before your account will be updated and health items are removed from your to-do list. If you have questions, contact student.life@powerorigin.net.

If your submission does not meet registration requirements, we will notify you via the email address you have provided on your form. 

 

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2. Review your health insurance

All undergraduate and graduate students (including international students) must be covered by a health insurance plan. Students are responsible for obtaining and maintaining their health insurance. Check that Columbia County Health is included in your in-network coverage or consider another health insurance plan. View insurance resources >

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3. Consider a physical exam (optional)

A complete physical is recommended for new students. This examination can be performed by your regular physician.

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4. Vaccines(optional)

In the spirit of caring for the wellness of our entire community, we recommend that individuals receive MMR and meningococcal vaccines. MMR vaccines protect against measles, mumps, and rubella, and is recommended by the CDC for students at post-high school educational institutions who do not have presumptive immunization. Meningococcal disease requires close contact to spread so is a concern on college campuses, especially for students living in residence halls. Ask your doctor which vaccines you need. NOTE: Some WWU programs (such as nursing and education) may have specific requirements related to their work with external orginizations.
Learn more about Meningococcal disease and how to prevent it >

Health Resources

Emergency
911

WWU Campus Security
(509) 527-2222

Abuse
(509) 529-9922
Sexual Assault, Abuse, Rape, Domestic Violence

Crisis
(509) 524-2999
Mental health & Substance Abuse Crisis Line

Helpline
(509) 529-3377 
WW County (food card for the food bank)

Health Clinic
(509) 382-8349

WWU Counseling
(509) 527-2147

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Student Health and Wellness