WashU supports each student’s well-being through medical and mental health services.
Health insurance
The cost of medical treatment in the U.S. is extremely high. Thus, WashU has a mandatory health insurance program. All students are automatically enrolled in the WashU health insurance plan and billed for the cost of insurance. Even if you have insurance in your home country, you are still required to purchase WashU’s health insurance.
Student health fee
You will be charged a Student Health Fee that will allow you access to many resources, including medical and mental health services at the Student Health Center, Center for Counseling and Psychological Services, health promotion programs and resources and the Sumers Recreation Center.
Mandatory health history information form & immunizations
You are required to complete several online forms and submit a medical/health history and proof of immunizations.
Additionally, all students are required to complete a TB risk screening; those who are identified through this screening as having spent significant time in a country with endemic tuberculosis will be required to complete a TB test. All information must be uploaded to the student health portal prior to arrival on campus. Learn more about immunization requirements.
Student Health Center
Located on campus, the Student Health Center offers a range of services including medical visits for illness, injury, and checkups, psychiatric services as well as wellness support, education and more. If you have a condition requiring specialized medical services you will be referred to an appropriate community specialist. Charges for services will be based on the rates dictated in the health insurance policy. You can make an appointment through your student health portal or by calling 314-935-6666.
Center for Counseling & Psychological Services
The Center for Counseling and Psychological services provides individual, couples and group counseling. Students can also access tools such as Therapy Assistance Online, which offers brief educational videos related to mental health, wellness, and substance-use issues. If a student’s counseling needs can best be met off-campus, Thriving Campus can be used to find these resources. Crisis services are also available daily for students who need to speak with a counselor urgently. Students are encouraged to download the TimelyCare app to access 24/7 mental health support services. All full-time students who pay the university health and wellness fee as part of their tuition are eligible for services.