Recommended Immunizations for U of G Students

Not sure which vaccines you need? Review our checklist:

Immunization Checklist [1]

Currently Available:

• Seasonal Flu Shots
• COVID-19 Vaccines
• Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccines
• Meningitis B Vaccines 

The best defense against the flu is the flu shot. Student Health Services flu vaccines are FREE and available to any student, faculty or staff member and the general Guelph community. Attend one of our Free Flu Shot Clinic or call Health Services to book a vaccine appointment: 519-824-4120 ext. 52131 → 3 →1

Fall 2024 Flu Shot Clinics:

Flu shots and COVID vaccines are available at no cost to students, staff, faculty and community members. These drop-in clinics do not require an appointment (you are welcome to book an appointment with Health Services if you cannot make it to any of the clinics). Nothing is required for flu shots; please bring your health card for COVID vaccine. 

Off-Campus Flu Shot Locations:

• Please check with your family doctor or primary care provider to book a flu vaccine for ages 6 months and older.
• Many pharmacies are offering flu vaccines for ages 2 and older. 
• • Book an appointment online for your flu shot and/or updated COVID-19 vaccine with Public Health. [2]

COVID-19 Vaccines:

The updated COVID-19 vaccine is available at Student Health Services:

• Call 519-824-4120 ext. 52131 (Mon–Fri, 9:00am – 4:30pm) to book an appointment
• You can also get your vaccine from Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health [3]
• Learn about Ontario’s vaccination program [4] to help protect us against COVID‑19 and how to book a vaccine [5]

Get your updated COVID-19 vaccine while you get your Flu Shot! No appointment necessary when attending any of our Public Flu Clinics.

Can't make it to a Flu Clinic? Members of the staff, faculty or student community at the University of Guelph can book their COVID-19 vaccinations through Health Services

→ Learn more U of G Campus COVID-19 Vaccinations [6]

HPV Vaccines:

HPV vaccinations are available at Student Health Services year-round. Students may have coverage through their health plan or family plan; you can visit SHS to determine your options.

Call 519-824-4120 ext. 52131 (Monday – Friday, 9:00am – 4:30pm) to learn more and to book an appointment.

→ HPV: Human Papillomavirus – What It Is & How To Prevent It [7]

Meningitis B Vaccines:

Meningitis B is the most prevalent type of meningococcal disease in ages 15-24. The vaccine for Meningitis B is not included with the publicly funded vaccinations delivered during high school (ACWY or meningitis C strains). Symptoms start and progress quickly within 24 to 48 hours to serious, possibly life-threatening conditions, with death occurring in 1 in 10 people infected. We encourage all students to check whether they have received the vaccination for Meningitis B, and if they have not, to book an appointment with Student Health Services.

Call 519-824-4120 ext. 52131 (Monday – Friday, 9:00am – 4:30pm) to learn more and to book an appointment.

→ Meningitis B – What It Is & How To Prevent It [8]

Self-Care Resources: 

• Immunization Checklist for University of Guelph Students [9]
• Campus doctors/nurse appointments & same-day clinic details [10]
• List of pharmacies in the area that are providing flu shots & COVID-19 vaccinations [11]
• Guelph Drop-In Clinics & Family Doctors [12]
• Colds & Flu: When To See A Doctor [13]
• ILI (Influenza-Like Illness) [14]
• Health Services Self-Care Resources [15]
• Six Steps You Can Take Today To Support Your Immune Health [16]
• Tips for Improving Your Immunity and Vitamin D Levels [17]