New Student Health Requirements

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All incoming undergraduate and graduate students must complete a set of health requirements before coming to campus. 

Fall 2026 requirements

Immunizations

All students must submit proof of required vaccinations and complete a tuberculosis screening questionnaire. 

Required for:

  • Undergraduate students
  • Graduate students

Due: Aug. 10, 2026 

Learn more about your requirements

Health insurance

All students are required to carry a comprehensive medical insurance plan while attending CU Boulder. 

Required for:

  • Undergraduate students
  • Graduate students

Portal Opens: April 2, 2026 
Due: Sept. 1, 2026 

Learn more about your requirements

HealthyBuffs Check-In

Undergraduate students are required to complete a short, reflective check-in related to their well-being at CU Boulder. 

Required for:

  • Undergraduate students

Due: Sept. 1, 2026

Learn more about your requirements

Consent to Treat a Minor

Students under the age of 18 must have a parent or guardian complete a consent form to access healthcare services on campus. 

Required for:

  • Students under 18

Complete the consent form 

Graduate Dental Plan

Eligible graduate students will be enrolled in the Graduate Student Dental Insurance plan at no additional cost.

Available for:

  • Graduate students

Learn more about dental insurance 

Optional next steps

Transfer prescriptions

The Apothecary Pharmacy on campus is a full-service pharmacy open to all students. It accepts most nationwide insurance plans. 

  303-492-8553
 Apothecary Pharmacy

Register for accommodations

Students with disabilities can register with Disability Services to receive reasonable academic accommodations and services. 

  303-492-8671
 Disability Services

Schedule a consultation

If you are receiving ongoing medical or mental health treatment, you can schedule a consultation with our chronic care team. 

  303-492-5432
 Chronic Care Team

Support resources

Immunizations support

Hours:
Monday-Friday: 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
 

  303-492-0564 
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Health insurance support

Hours:
Monday-Friday: 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

  303-492-5107
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