Required immunizations

Supporting a Healthy Campus Community

Protecting the health and safety of students, employees, and the surrounding community is central to the land-grant mission of WSU Vancouver. Scientific data demonstrates that vaccine-preventable diseases can spread rapidly through a campus environment. To provide and preserve access to higher education, WSU Vancouver maintains specific immunization standards to ensure a resilient learning environment for everyone.

Adherence to Executive Policy 43 requires proof of vaccination as a condition of enrollment for students attending physical campuses. While this policy applies to those receiving in-person instruction, certain exemptions and proof of immunity are permitted. Students exclusively utilizing WSU Global or other remote formats who do not visit a physical campus are generally exempt from these documentation requirements.

Immunization Standards

WSU Vancouver requires specific vaccinations and strongly recommends several others for all students participating in in-person activities.

View the List of Required Vaccines

How to Submit Your Records

Follow these steps to upload your immunization documentation through the secure system:

1. Log into the Patient Portal.
2. Select Required Forms and Vaccines from the side menu.
3. Choose Update on the Vaccination Record section.
4. Select Upload to attach your documents. Ensure the files are clear and legible.
5. Confirm the upload by selecting Looks Good and Save.
6. Select Update on individual vaccine requirements to enter your specific vaccination dates.

Note: Students vaccinated within Washington who cannot locate their personal records maydownload immunization records directly from the state.

Washington Immunization Information System (WAIIS)

WSU Vancouver participates in WAIIS, a secure, web-based registry that helps healthcare providers and educational institutions maintain accurate health records. Information stored in WAIIS is confidential and used to ensure your health history is not confused with another individual.

• Privacy: All data is protected and secure.
• Opting Out: Students may contact WAIIS to opt out of the registry.
• Management: Learn more about managing your records.

Exemptions

WSU recognizes that certain circumstances may prevent vaccination. Students may submit a request for the following:

• File a medical or religious exemption