Vaccination Plan Before Studying in the USA | Essential Health Preparations for Hong Kong Students
Understanding U.S. University Health Requirements
U.S. universities maintain strict health requirements to protect their campus communities. These typically include:
- Tuberculosis (TB) screening (either Tuberculin Skin Test or IGRA test)
- Proof of specific vaccinations (including meningococcal and Tdap vaccines)
Since requirements vary by institution and documentation must be precise, we recommend:
• Beginning the process at least 6 months before departure
• Completing all required medical tests and vaccinations early
• Consulting with experienced travel health clinic to navigate all requirements smoothly
The Importance of a Professional Travel Health Clinic
- We only use authentic, manufacturer-certified vaccines
- Strict temperature-controlled storage ensures maximum effectiveness
2. We Understand U.S. University Health Requirements
- We have in-depth knowledge of U.S. university vaccination requirements, with particular expertise in Ivy League and top public institutions. Over the years, we've successfully helped numerous students meet the immunization standards of prestigious schools including Harvard University, Yale University, and Brown University, ensuring their documentation is approved on submission for seamless enrollment.
Comprehensive One-Stop Service
• Personalized health assessment
• Custom vaccination schedule tailored to your school's requirements
• Expert guidance on TB testing options (TST or IGRA)
• Antibody testing available for those missing vaccination records
• Document review service to guarantee proper formatting
Before studying in the U.S., we recommend receiving vaccines not covered by Hong Kong's childhood immunization schedule (e.g., Tdap, meningococcal ACWY/B, hepatitis A) to meet school requirements and protect your health. Please allow at least 6 months to complete all necessary vaccinations.
Vaccination Programme for Studying Abroad (USA) ($6,650)
✅ Tetanus-diphtheria-pertussis (Tdap) vaccine – 1 dose
✅ Meningococcal ACWY vaccine – 1 dose
✅ Meningococcal B vaccine – 2 doses (2nd dose 1 month after initial dose)
✅ Hepatitis A vaccine – 2 doses (2nd dose 6–12 months after initial dose)
Our clinic specializes in travel health services, offering expert vaccination advice and administration:
- Comprehensive Vaccine Options: We provide all necessary vaccinations for travel to India.
- Professional Medical Consultation: As Hong Kong's first private travel health center, our healthcare team holds international travel medicine certifications and offers personalized advice based on your itinerary and health status.
- Convenient Appointment System: Enjoy transparent pricing and online booking services to save you time.
We hope this information helps those planning to study abroad. We welcome you to visit Shoebill Co-Traveller - Travel Health Management Center for your TB skin test and other tests. Best wishes for your studies abroad!
