The Student Health Center, located on campus, contains Health Services, Counseling Services, and Wellness Services. Hours of operation are Monday to Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. while classes are in session.
The mission of the Student Health Center at SUNY Morrisville is to provide confidential, high quality, student-centered physical and mental health care to currently enrolled SUNY Morrisville students. We wish to empower students to make informed choices regarding their overall physical and mental well-being. As part of the educational experience, Health, Counseling and Wellness Services staff work together to provide a variety of quality services and programs focused on physical and emotional health to promote student success and well-being.
New Students - Required Medical Forms
Prior to arrival to campus, ALL students registered for six (6) credits or more MUST submit the following information:
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Measles, mumps, rubella (MMR):
New York State Public Health Law 2165 requires:
Any student born after January 1, 1957, must provide proof of immunity to measles, mumps, and rubella, this requirement may be met by the following: proof of disease, immune titers, or two {2} measles, one {1} mumps, and one {1} rubella vaccine given after the student’s first birthday).
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Meningitis: Immunizations Date or Declination Form:
New York State Public Health Law 2167 requires:
A record of at least one (1) dose of Meningococcal ACWY vaccine within the past 5 years or a complete 2-dose series of Meningococcal B
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An acknowledgement of meningococcal disease risks and refusal of meningococcal vaccination response form signed by the student or student’s parent or guardian (if under the age of 18).
- Required Medical Forms:
- Due date for Required Medical Forms:
- Fall Semester – August 1st
- Spring Semester – January 3rd
Immediate and Emergency Support
Contact information for free and immediate 24/7 mental health support
For free and immediate support, refer to the numbers below:
- Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: 988
- SUNY Crisis Text Line: Text Got5U to 741-741
- National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: call 800.273.TALK (8255) or online chat at suicidepreventionlifeline.org
For all emergencies, call 911.
After-hours medical resources
- Community Memorial Hospital Emergency Room
Address: 150 Broad St, Hamilton, NY - Community Memorial Hospital Urgent Care
Address: 164 Broad St. Hamilton, NY - Oneida Healthcare Emergency Room
Address: 321 Genesee St. Oneida, NY - Oneida Healthcare Quick Care
Address: 357 Genesee St. Oneida, NY - Wellnow Urgent Care Address:
109 Genesee St, Oneida, NY
For all emergencies, call 911.
Student Health and Counseling Services FAQ
Medical Forms
When are the medical forms due?
The pre-admission medical forms for are due August 1st for Fall admission and January 3rd for Spring admission. We will accept the forms after these dates, but we encourage all students to submit their forms prior to arrival on campus.
Where can I find the medical forms?
Do all new students need to submit the medical forms?
Yes, all new students taking six (6) credits or more are required to, at a minimum, submit
- Proof of 2 MMR vaccines or proof of immunity to measles, mumps, and rubella and
- Proof of a meningococcal meningitis vaccine within the last 5 years or a signed meningitis waiver form per New York State law
- Students planning on utilizing Health Services should also submit a complete physical
How do I submit the medical forms?
The medical forms can be
- Faxed to 315.204-1024;
- Mailed to SUNY Morrisville Student Health Center, PO Box 901, Morrisville, NY 13408; or
- Emailed to [email protected]
How do I contact the Student Health Center?
The Student Health Center can be reached at 315.684.6078
General Student Health Center Information
When is the Student Health Center open?
The Student Health Center is open Monday – Friday from 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. during the semesters and 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. during non-semester time.
Is there a cost for appointments at the Student Health Center?
There is no cost for medical or counseling visits at the Student Health Center, our services are covered by the student health fee.
What if my insurance doesn’t work at the Student Health Center?
The Student Health Center does not utilize a student’s health insurance, our services are covered by the student health fee. There is no additional cost for medical or counseling visits at the Student Health Center. We do not bill insurance companies nor collect copay fees.
When will my health insurance be utilized?
Off-campus services such as x-rays, blood work, cultures, sexually transmitted infection testing, referrals, emergency room or urgent care visits, and prescriptions will utilize a student’s personal health insurance. A student is responsible for any fees billed by your insurance company.
Can I just walk in or do I need an appointment?
Appointments are necessary for all medical visits and counseling sessions.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Call the Student Health Center at 315.684.6078 or stop by to schedule an appointment for Health or Counseling Services.
Can a parent/guardian schedule an appointment for me?
Students need to schedule their own appointments; this allows us to work directly with the student and their schedule. Counseling appointments are confidential and voluntary.
Will the Student Health Center give me a note for missed classes?
Generally, the Student Health Center does not provide a note for missed classes unless a Health Services provider is involved in the student’s care and the condition is deemed significant enough by the healthcare provider to warrant missing classes. Students are encouraged to contact faculty directly for any missed classes.
Where is the nearest hospital?
The closest hospital is Community Memorial Hospital in Hamilton, approximately 10 miles from campus.
Where is the nearest pharmacy?
The closest pharmacy is Dougherty’s Pharmacy in Morrisville, located on Main Street near campus. Students can easily walk to the pharmacy.
Address: 14 Main St. Morrisville, NY
Phone: 315.684.3171
Web: https://www.doughertyrx.com/
Open: Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m., Saturday 8:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m., closed Sunday
How do I get my medications transferred to the local pharmacy?
You can either call your home pharmacy and ask them to transfer the prescription to Dougherty’s Pharmacy or contact your home prescriber and ask them to send a new prescription to Dougherty’s Pharmacy.
Can I keep my prescription medications in my dorm room?
Each student is responsible for his/her own medications. The Student Health Center does not store nor manage personal prescriptions.
Health Services
What type of care does Health Services provide?
Health Services provides care for common injuries, illnesses and infections, sexual health services, and management of chronic conditions in coordination with your primary care provider.
What type of sexual health services are available?
Health Services provides condoms, birth control consults, pregnancy testing, and emergency contraception. Health Services also performs testing and treatment for sexually transmitted infections and pap smears.
Are there any costs associated with utilizing Health Services?
There is no cost for a visit to Health Services. There is an optional Pharmacy Fee of $30/semester that allows students to have access to over-the-counter medications, first aid supplies, emergency contraception, stocked prescription antibiotics and in-office rapid tests directly through Health Services. Students opting out of the Pharmacy Fee will be directed to local resources for medications and supplies and will have laboratory testing processed by a certified laboratory. Students may request to remove the Pharmacy Fee by contacting the Student Health Center by the end of the first week of the semester. Any requests received after the first week will not be honored.
Does Health Services prescribe medication for ADHD/ADD?
No, Health Services does not prescribe these types of medications. The student should make arrangements with their prescriber to manage these medications while at school.
Does Health Services give allergy shots?
No, Health Services does not give allergy shots. The student should make arrangements with their allergist to continue shots at a local allergist office. The closest allergist offices are located in Syracuse and Utica, both approximately 30 miles from campus.
Do I need an appointment to see a health care provider?
Yes, visits are scheduled by appointment from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Students should call the Health Center at 315.684.6078 to schedule an appointment.
Counseling Services
What is counseling?
Counseling can help you develop a better understanding of yourself, your goals, your relationships with others and your environment. In counseling, you will work collaboratively with a professionally trained and licensed counselor to identify goals and potential solutions to challenges that cause emotional distress. It is an opportunity to develop coping skills, improve relationships, and strengthen self-esteem.
Is Counseling Services confidential?
Yes, we will not tell anyone why students come here or what was shared with our professionally trained counselors – not friends, parents, professors, Residence Life staff, other university staff, not even the College President. Information is shared only upon your written request, or in instances when students are thought to be in imminent threat to themselves or others, or as mandated by law.
What can I expect if I choose counseling
Counseling is a free service, and is available to all enrolled students. We do not have a wait list, and your first appointment will be scheduled in a timely manner. Our counselors are friendly, accommodating and professional. They will listen to you with a non-judgmental, empathic, and caring demeanor. College counseling is based on a brief therapy model, usually two to ten sessions. After your first meeting, you and your counselor will determine what your next steps will be. This may include additional sessions and/or an appropriate referral to an off campus provider.
Do I need an appointment to see a counselor?
Yes, visits are scheduled by appointment from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Students should call the Health Center at 315.684.6078 or stop by to schedule an appointment.
How long is the wait time for my first appointment?
The typical wait time for an intake appointment is 2 business days or less. We intentionally build space into our schedules to accommodate new clients.
Is there a limit to the number of sessions a student can have?
The frequency of sessions is determined collaboratively between the counselor and student taking into consideration assessment, needs, and availability. Counseling Services does not maintain a formal session limit. Instead, the counselor and student will determine the number, type, and frequency of sessions that are appropriate based on the nature of the student's concerns as well as available resources.