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5. MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella)
• Two doses of the vaccine may be given instead of individual immunizations.
• One dose of the MMR vaccine on or after the first birthday, the second dose
must be at least 30 days after the first, and both must be in 1968 or later
Exemptions or waivers may be obtained at the university’s discretion if the individual is 18 years
of age or older, or the individual’s parent, if the individual is a minor, declines the vaccinations
by signing a separate waiver provided by the institution for each of these vaccines, acknowledging
receipt and review of the information provided. Exemptions will not necessarily be accepted by the
student’s program center. Other students may be subject to the immunization requirements in order
to participate in clinical or practicum studies. Students are advised to consult with their program to
determine whether the refusal will affect their ability to continue their studies.
Immunization requirements are based on Florida state health regulations. Valid exemptions from
providing immunity:
• Medical exemptions—Must produce a signed letter from a doctor, on his / her stationery, stating the
reason for exemption and whether it is a temporary or permanent exemption
• Religious exemptions—On church stationery, signed by a minister, priest, rabbi, or head
of church
Acceptable forms of documentation—The following documents are acceptable proof of immunity of
measles and rubella. Forms must include specific dates, and the dates must satisfy the requirements
stated previously.
• HRS (Department of Health and Rehabilitative Services)
• Childhood immunization records
• School immunization records
• Military service records
• Document indicating blood tests
Health Insurance
Nova Southeastern University requires all undergraduate day students, residential on-campus
students, and Health Professions Division (HPD) students to have some form of health insurance.
Federal visa regulations also require international J-1 students and their J-2 dependents to maintain
adequate health insurance throughout their stay in the United States.
If the above paragraph applies to you, your NSU account will be charged for the health insurance
premium. If you currently maintain comparable coverage that is greater or equal to that of NSU’s
policy, you must complete the online waiver form, available on the student medical center Web
site (www.nova.edu/smc) under “Health Insurance.”
Should you have any questions regarding the student health insurance plan, please feel free to
contact the student health manager at (954) 262-1263 or 800-922-3420 or www.collegiaterisk.com.
Hurricane Procedures
A hurricane watch is a governmental agency announcement issued for an area when there is a threat
of hurricane conditions, generally to strike within 36 hours.
A hurricane warning is an announcement issued for an area when hurricane conditions are expected
to strike within 24 hours.
48 NSU Student Handbook 2011–2012