Measles and Rubella Immunization Requirement

In order to minimize both the school and state-wide health impact of measles, the Connecticut Legislature passed SHB 7171 AAC Proof of Immunization Against Measles and Rubella for Certain Persons at Institutions of Higher Education. This bill became effective July 1, 1989. This law states that if an individual was born after December 31, 1956, and enrolls as a part-time or full-time matriculated student at an institution of higher education in Connecticut, the individual must present either a certificate of immunization against measles and rubella, or laboratory evidence demonstrating said immunity. Students will not be permitted to register without proper State immunization documentation.

The only exemptions for students to this law are: 

• Those for whom a doctor certifies it is not medically advisable.
• Those who provide a letter indicating that inoculation is contrary to their religious beliefs.
• Those students born prior to January 1, 1957.
• Students previously immunized who provide said documentation. 
• Connecticut high school students who graduated in 1999 or later.

Adequate Immunization

• Measles: Two doses of measles vaccine administered at least one month apart. The second dose must have been given after January 1, 1980.
• Rubella (German Measles): One dose of rubella vaccine, administered after the student's first birthday.

A student's health and that of the campus community depend upon compliance with this legislation. For additional information, contact the Dean of Learning and Student Development, 860 - 343 - 5706.