Campus Care / Student Support

Health &
Wellness at UB

Comprehensive primary healthcare and confidential mental health counseling right on campus, in partnership with Hartford HealthCare.

Mental Well-Being

Free, Confidential Counseling Services

College brings exciting opportunities alongside real adjustments and stressors. Located on the second floor of Carstensen Hall, UB Counseling Services offers a compassionate, judgment-free space to talk.

Sessions are conducted by licensed mental health clinicians and are 100% free and confidential for all full-time, part-time, undergraduate, graduate, and online students.

  • Individual, group, and crisis intervention counseling
  • Virtual telehealth or in-person sessions tailored to your schedule
  • Mindfulness and stress-reduction workshops throughout the semester
  • Zero information shared with parents, professors, or academic records without written consent
UB Counseling Services in Carstensen Hall

Comprehensive Care

Everything You Need to Stay
Healthy, Balanced, and Strong

From treating unexpected illnesses to weekly counseling support, our care team is dedicated to keeping you at your best.

Primary & Acute Care

Treatment for sudden illnesses, minor injuries, diagnostic lab testing, and physical exams by licensed providers.

Counseling & Mental Health

Free, confidential individual and group therapy for stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, and university adjustment.

Confidential Screenings

Free, private HIV and STI testing and counseling in partnership with Greater Bridgeport Adolescent Pregnancy Prevention (GBAPP).

Immunizations & Portal

Manage state-mandated MMR, Varicella, and Meningococcal documentation through our secure student health portal.

Health Policies & Compliance

Health Requirements, Insurance & Records

Important health steps every student must complete before arriving on campus.

Connecticut State Immunization Requirements

All students attending in-person classes must document compliance with State of Connecticut laws: • Measles, Mumps & Rubella (MMR): Two doses administered after age 1, or laboratory blood test (titer) proving immunity. • Varicella (Chickenpox): Two doses or documented clinical history of disease. • Meningococcal ACYW: Required within the past 5 years for all students residing in campus residence halls. • Tuberculosis Risk Assessment: Required within 6 months prior to matriculation.

Uploading Documents to the Student Health Portal

All medical records and immunization forms must be uploaded digitally through bridgeporths.studenthealthportal.com. Please scan clear copies of official clinic records signed by your medical provider. Once submitted, our clinical staff reviews your records within 3–5 business days.

Clinical Health Sciences Clearances

Students enrolled in School of Nursing, Fones School of Dental Hygiene, Physician Assistant Institute, Acupuncture, and Chiropractic programs must complete specialized clinical clearances, background checks, drug screenings, and CPR certification before clinical rotations begin. Program-specific instructions are distributed by each department.

Student Health Insurance Plan & Referrals

All full-time undergraduate and residential students are automatically enrolled in the university-sponsored health insurance plan unless an active waiver with comparable coverage is submitted before the semester deadline. Our clinic assists with referrals to regional Hartford HealthCare specialists and diagnostic centers.

Student Health & Counseling Contacts

Walk-in appointments, routine care, and emergency response teams are ready to support you.

Health Sciences 119 & Carstensen Hall 2nd Floor
Mon–Fri: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM | Campus Emergency: Dial 203-576-4911 or 988