Health and wellness are the foundation of student success at BU and beyond. Student Health Services is committed to compassionate care to support students’ growth and lifelong health and wellness.
On this webpage, you’ll find:
- Information about our departments, services, and programs
- Important information and health requirements for new students
- Resources for parents to support your student’s wellness.
Note: The term “parent” is used throughout this page to include caregivers, family members and other trusted adults involved in the lives of BU students.
About Student Health Services
Our mission is to enhance the physical and mental health of students by providing inclusive healthcare services and collaborating with the community on prevention and health promotion programs.
Like all medical practices, SHS providers protect the confidentiality of students’ medical care and medical records. Students aged 18 and older make their own decisions about their healthcare and can choose whether they want to share their health information with parents or others.
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BU is a member of the Important Information for New Students
All new BU students are required to provide information required to comply with state and federal laws, meet public health guidelines, and support their health care during their time at BU.
Incoming Health Requirements
All new students are required to provide certain health information, immunization records, and complete online training before starting at BU.
Health Insurance
All students are required to have health insurance coverage while attending BU. First-year students are automatically enrolled in the Student Health Insurance Plan (SHIP). If a student has other insurance coverage options available to them, they can opt-out of SHIP.
Mental Health Resources
SHS offers a variety of resources to help your student take care of their mental health and manage stress.
Learning about Consent
During Orientation SHS hosts Cones for Consent, an event where students can discuss how they can contribute to a safe campus community and encourage healthy relationships.
COVID-19
Find up-to-date information about Boston University’s protocols and policy as the COVID-19 situation changes.
Other Healthcare Resources
SHS collaborates with departments across BU to provide care to students. Learn more about the other departments that keep students healthy on campus.
Emergency & Safety Resources
SHS works closely with a number of departments, including the BU Police Department, to respond to and manage emergencies quickly and effectively. Learn more about emergency services at BU.
Supporting your Student’s Health and Wellness
Parents play an integral role in supporting student health and wellness. We recognize that having conversations with your student about topics like alcohol and other drugs, mental health, and sexual misconduct, can be challenging for both you and your student. However, talking with your student about their experiences and expectations before their time at BU is a powerful and important tool to help them make healthier decisions.