Center for Student Wellness Eligibility
Describes eligibility criteria to utilize Health Services and Counseling Services
Winthrop University Students, Faculty and Staff
| Policy Number: | 3.7.4 |
| Effective Date: | 08/01/2014 |
| Date Reviewed: | 12/10/2024 |
| Last Review Date: | 01/01/2016; 12/10/2024 |
| Responsible Official: | Student Wellness |
| Responsible Office: | Division of Student Affairs |
| Contact Information: |
Center for Student Wellness Joynes Hall Rock Hill, SC 29733, USA 803/323-2206 803/323-3332 (fax) |
1.0 Specific meanings of bold terms seen throughout this policy can be found within the University's policy definition glossary by following the link below.
The Center for Student Wellness fee is a set fee per regular semester that is typically determined annually through the university's budget process. This fee is assessed to undergraduate students enrolled in 6 or more credit hours and graduate students enrolled in 9 or more credit hours. Students not assessed this required fee, e.g., undergraduates taking under 6 credit hours and graduates under 9 credit hours, may access Health Services and Counseling Services by voluntarily paying the regular semester fee upon seeking services. Summer students may access Health Services and Counseling Services since all fees are rolled into the regular summer credit hour fee. Office visits are offered at no charge during the Fall and Spring Semesters. Some services, e.g., laboratory, medical supplies/procedures, will incur a minimal fee.
Immunization compliance is required for all students residing and attending class on campus, including Winthrop employees enrolled in class. All students are required to complete immunization compliance through the Health Services electronic Patient Portal by the designated deadline.
Immunization Requirements are as follows:
1. All students born on or after January 1, 1957 must provide proof of immunity to Measles (Rubella),
German Measles (Rubella), and Mumps (Covered by MMR vaccine). Two valid doses of MMR (or the equivalent) administered after the first birthday or blood levels showing immunity.
2. A Tetanus vaccination within the last ten years.
3. The Meningococcal vaccine requirement can be completed with documentation of the vaccine or the signed waiver.
4. Completion of the Tuberculosis Screening Questionnaire.
Students who currently pay no Center for Student Wellness fee:
- Students who are senior citizens
- Students who are Winthrop University employees
- Students taking special courses
- Students studying abroad
Requirements for immunizations must be met before utilizing Health or Counseling Services regardless of any of the above scenarios.
Accessing the Health Promotion or advocacy services of Student Advocacy and Trauma Support Office is not impacted by immunization compliance or paying the semester based fee.
During the summer, students not enrolled in classes but who had registered for the previous and following semesters may use Health Services and Counseling Services if the requirements for immunizations, as stated above, have been met. A $10 fee per visit will be charged. The student is responsible for any other charges incurred. All charges are billed to the student's account as "Student Wellness Services" and are due upon receipt of service.
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