SUNY released its COVID-19 Student Vaccine Policy on August 23, the same day the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) issued its full approval of the Pfizer COVID vaccine. Students should carefully review this new SUNY policy, which highlights the requirements for submitting proof of vaccination by September 27.
SUNY Policy Overview
The SUNY COVID-19 Student Vaccine Policy requires all students accessing SUNY facilities in-person in the Fall 2021 term and thereafter to receive a COVID-19 vaccination, with limited exceptions as defined below.
Student Vaccination Requirements
By September 27, the end of the SUNY established 35-day grace period, students who plan to attend in-person classes and/or utilize in-person services at a SUNY facility must show proof that they are fully vaccinated (one dose of a single dose vaccine or the second dose of a two-dose series). In order to complete a full two-dose vaccine series within this grace period, students must receive their first dose by August 31.
Submitting Proof of Vaccination
SUNY has created a unique web application/site, SUNY Student COVID Vaccination Pass, to verify student COVID-19 vaccination status. Students have a 35-day grace period to submit proof of full vaccination through this system. Please note this system is only available to students and should not be used by faculty and staff. A step-by-step guide on how to submit proof of vaccination is available here.
Exemptions
Students seeking an exemption must – if they have not already done so – submit a request for an exemption by August 31 to Student Health Services (healthservices@sunymaritime.edu). If an exemption is denied and the student is not vaccinated by the end of the grace period (September 27), the student will be disenrolled from the College. Refunds will be in accordance with the Fall 2021 Semester Refund Schedule.
The allowable exemption categories indicated in the policy include:
- Medical Exemption – Review Section III.3.i. of the policy for details (Medical Exemption form)
- Religious Exemption – Review Section III.4 of the policy for details (Religious Exemption form)
Direct questions regarding exemptions to healthservices@sunymaritime.edu.
The health and safety of our students and the entire college community is our highest priority. We will work towards making Maritime College a safe experiential learning environment for our new and returning students, faculty and staff. Please continue to monitor your email and our website for updates.