Student Health Services
We are open
Certified family nurse practitioners offer appointments to currently enrolled, degree-seeking students and UA faculty and staff members.
Academic Year Hours
Monday through Friday
8:00 am to 5:00 pm
Summer Hours
Monday through Friday
8:00 am to 4:30 pm
We are closed on Saturdays and Sundays and all university-observed holidays.
Visits are by appointment. There are same-day appointments available. Walk-ins will be accepted depending upon healthcare provider availability.
We are in the Student Recreation and Wellness building, Suite 260.
Please call 330-972-7808 to schedule an appointment. If prompted, please leave a voice mail so we can return the call and schedule an appointment for you. Or, email the office at healthservices@uakron.edu
See also: The services we offer.
COVID-19
Monkeypox
- See Student Health Services answers to commonly asked questions.
Checklist of health considerations
Download our checklist of health considerations for students, which includes:
- how to monitor your health,
- insurance,
- what to do in an emergency,
- supplies to bring to campus,
- documents you will need and more.
See also
Glad you asked: Does Student Health Services provide class-absence excuses?
Answer: No, we do not provide absence excuses for students who miss a class, presentation, exam or other academic responsibility. If you are ill, contact your professors before an absence to make arrangements for any classes or deadlines that may be missed.
Recommendations for parents
- What immunizations are recommended?
- What health-related items should my student bring to campus?
- Where can my student receive health care if needed?
- How can I effectively talk with my student about underage drinking?
Our services
Acute, Episodic Care
- Evaluation & treatment of uncomplicated illness and injury
- Immunizations and Tuberculosis testing
- Academically required physical examinations
- Diagnostic blood work and other testing ordered by our healthcare providers
- Referral assistance for health concerns beyond the scope of the department
Well Women's Clinic
- Annual women's gynecological exams including PAP smears for cervical cancer screening and testing for sexually transmitted infections
- Patient information and education about healthy & safe lifestyle practices and contraceptive options
- Details: Well Women's Clinic
Contact us
LOCATION
Student Recreation and Wellness Center, Suite 260
382 Carroll St.
Akron, OH 44325-1101
CONTACT
Phone: 330-972-7808
Fax: 330-972-8849
healthservices@uakron.edu
After-hours emergencies
When Student Health Services is closed, you seek care at a number of local healthcare facilities in the greater Akron community.