Required Immunizations for Elon Students

As part of Elon University’s commitment to student health and safety—and in compliance with the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS)- all new/readmitted students must submit documentation of required immunizations before starting classes. This includes students entering Elon in summer, fall, winter, or spring terms.

Failure to comply with these requirements will result in a registration hold and potential removal from class after the first 30 days of the term.  

Submission Deadlines:

Entry Term                                 Deadline to Submit Records

Summer 2025                              June 1, 2025

Fall 2025                                      July 1, 2025

Winter 2026                                 November 1, 2025

Spring 2026                                 January 1, 2026

We strongly recommend submitting your records early to allow time for processing and any necessary follow-up. Please allow seven (7) days for initial review of records.

Required Immunizations (per NCDHHS):

All students must submit official documentation of the following:

  • DTP (Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis) vaccines
  • 1 Tdap booster (within the last 10 years)
  • 3 Polio vaccines (not required if over age 18)
  • 2 MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) vaccines
  • 3 Hepatitis B vaccines
  • 1 Meningococcal vaccine (required if under age 22)

Note: You must also complete the Tuberculosis screening questions on the form and follow recommendations. 

How to Submit Your Records

1.      Complete enrollment in Multi-Factor/Single Sign on verification process  using your elon.edu e-mail

2.      Log into the Immunization Compliance Verification Portal

3.      Upload a copy of your official immunization record (signed by a provider).

4.      Complete the required online immunization form in the portal.

5.      Check your Immunization Compliance Verification Portal portal regularly for status updates or additional instructions. Once undergraduates  have met all immunization compliance requirements, their Acorn Account will display a green checkmark. Please allow 48 hours for the Acorn account to reflect compliance.

Medical or Religious Exemptions:

Elon recognizes valid medical or religious exemptions as allowed by NCDHHS. To apply for an exemption:

View Immunization Compliance Verification Portal for Exemption Details

Need Help or Have Questions?

Contact the Student Health Insurance and Immunization Compliance Project Manager
Email: immunizations@elon.edu
Phone: (336) 278-7276

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Recommended Vaccines:

In addition to the required immunizations, Elon University strongly encourages all students to receive the following vaccines to protect their health and the well-being of the campus community:

  • Seasonal Influenza (Flu) Vaccine – administered annually
  • COVID-19 Vaccine – including boosters as recommended by the CDC

The university will provide information about on-campus flu vaccine clinics during the fall semester. Students are encouraged to stay up to date with CDC guidance on vaccinations for college-age populations.

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