Frequently Asked Questions
What COVID-19 vaccines qualify for this requirement?
A COVID-19 vaccine will qualify under this policy if the vaccine has:
- Full U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval
- FDA Emergency Use Authorization (EUA)
- World Health Organization (WHO) Emergency Use Listing (EUL)
As of August 23, 2021, Pfizer (2 dose) has received full FDA approval. Johnson & Johnson/Janssen (1 dose) and Moderna (2 dose) have FDA EUA.
For the status of COVID-19 vaccines included on the WHO EUL, please see the WHO’s COVID-19 vaccine website.
Where can I get a COVID-19 vaccine?
You can walk in for an appointment today or schedule one on Ohio State’s Columbus campus or at Wexner Medical Center locations around central Ohio at no cost to you.
There are also sites throughout the state of Ohio, including in the communities in which the university’s campuses are located, so it is easy to find a location near you.
Will there be a requirement to get a third dose of the COVID-19 vaccine?
At this time, third doses are available for some populations but those doses are not required in order to meet the university’s requirement.
Additional requirements may be added to the Non-Discretionary Vaccine Policy based on guidance issued in the future by the CDC and FDA.