Immunizations Information
The University of Maine at Machias requires the submission of official immunization records prior to enrollment.
Our immunization verification form can be given to your healthcare provider to fill out and return to us.
UMM Immunization Verification Form
State of Maine Requirements
Maine Law requires all degree-seeking students and full-time, non-degree students born after December 31, 1956 to provide the following proof of immunization:
- One (1) dose of Tetanus/Diphtheria (Td or Tdap) received within the last ten (10) years.
- Two (2) doses of Measles, Mumps and Rubella (MMR) received after (not on) the first birthday. If measles immunization was done prior to 1968, students must provide proof it was done with a live virus.
The University of Maine at Machias strongly recommends students receive immunization against Meningitis, but it is not required. Students who have received a Meningitis vaccination should forward documentation to the address below.
Official Immunization Records
Immunization records must indicate the date of immunization and are REQUIRED to be signed or stamped from one of the following sources:
- Healthcare provider
- High school
- Military base
- Previous college
Titre tests with positive results for immunity to Measles, Mumps and Rubella are accepted as long as they are signed or stamped and clearly indicate immunity to all three diseases.
Contact Information
Students should mail or fax copies of their immunization documents to:
Shared Processing Center
PO Box 412
Bangor ME 04402-0412
Fax: (207) 581.5451
Or email their scanned immunization documents to: edocs@maine.edu.
To view a complete copy of Maine Law Statutory Authority 22 M.R.S.A. §6359 Amended February 27, 2008, Filing 2008-93, please visit: Chapter 262: Rules and Regulations Post-secondary School Immunization Required.