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Our Services

 

Services are available to all students enrolled in classes for the current or upcoming semester. All services are available either in person or via telemedicine. To schedule an appointment, you must first REGISTER for an account on the Student Health Portal.

Primary Care

Students should make a Primary Care appointment for general medical concerns. Some of the conditions that can be treated in Student Health Services include (but are not limited to):

  • Cold and flu.
  • Cough.
  • Sore throat.
  • Urinary tract infection.
  • Pregnancy tests.
  • Strep tests.
  • Abdominal pain.
  • Injuries.
  • Rashes.
  • Allergies.

Log into the Student Health Portal, select the Appt. Scheduling menu, Schedule Appt., and then choose Primary Care for the appointment type.

Gynecology

We encourage students to contact us with questions or concerns regarding your sexual health. You can make a GYN appointment even if you have not yet begun sexual activity. Bring your insurance card to your appointment for any lab testing that might be recommended.

Appointments can be made for:

  • Routine breast and pelvic exams.
  • Pap tests.
  • STI and HIV testing.
  • GYN complaints/problems.
  • Birth control.

Log into the Student Health Portal, select the Appt. Scheduling menu, Schedule Appt., and then choose Sexual Reproductive Health for the appointment type

STI Testing 

This is for our students who request testing for sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Talk with your provider about which tests are right for you. Most testing can be done with just a urine sample, so be sure not to go to the bathroom at least two hours before your appointment time. Students may also get HIV testing done during this appointment. Bring your insurance card to your appointment. Talk to your provider if you have any concerns regarding laboratory testing and privacy. 
 

Log into the Student Health Portal, select the Appt. Scheduling menu, Schedule Appt., and then choose STI Testing for the appointment type

HIV Testing and PrEP for HIV Prevention

We offer confidential HIV testing for all students. 

HIV is transmitted through the exchange of blood and body fluids. It is recommended that high-risk individuals get tested at least once a year. High-risk individuals are those who have multiple sex partners, have unprotected sex and/or use intravenous drugs.

Pre-exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) is the latest addition to effective HIV prevention strategies offered at Student Health Services.  PrEP is a one pill combination of two antiviral medications which is taken once daily.  PrEP should be considered for any individual engaging in high risk behaviors for HIV.  Students can discuss, with any of our providers, about whether they would benefit from PrEP.  We also work with the PrEP counselors at Trinitas HIV Early Intervention program for those students who need financial assistance with PrEP. 

Log into the Student Health Portal, select the Appt. Scheduling, then Schedule Appt., choose STI Testing for the appointment type.

Free HIV testing with Iris House

Periodically throughout the year we partner with Iris House of Plainfield to offer Free HIV testing days.  Testing days will occur two times each month during the Fall and Spring semesters. 

Log into the Student Health Portal, select the Appt. Scheduling, then Schedule Appt., choose HIV Testing for the appointment type. You can also get tested off campus with Iris House; Visit www.irishouse.org for updated clinic hours or follow them on Instagram @irishouse_nj

LGBTQ+ Services

The staff at Student Health Services is sensitive and knowledgeable about LGBTQ+ students' medical issues. Students will receive appropriate screening, literature, treatment and/or referrals for specific problems. We strive to offer an environment that encourages students to seek health care in an atmosphere that is inclusive and supportive of diversity in the areas of sexual orientation and gender identity/expression. 

Physicals 

Students who need medical clearance for an academic program or work , such as program requirements, internship, study abroad, Kean childcare center, volunteer work or the like, may request a physical from Student Health Services. Most programs will have a form that the provider will need to fill out and sign, so please bring that with you to the appointment. Fill out any sections that pertain to you and sign if required.  If immunizations are necessary for the physical, please bring a copy of your most recent immunization record. You may be referred to a local clinic to receive required immunizations if they are not up-to-date.

Students can also request tuberculosis testing, also called a PPD or Mantoux test or QuantiFERON Gold. 

Log into the Student Health Portal, select the Appt. Scheduling, then Schedule Appt., choose Physicals for the appointment type or TB Testing.

Health and Wellness Absences

Health absences are granted for issues of a medical nature. If your diagnosis is mental health-related, a request for a Wellness absence should be directed to the Counseling Center. 

Financial Impact of Withdrawals

Withdrawal from one or more courses may have financial impact on student accounts. Information about tuition, fees and Financial Aid can be found on the Office of Student Accounting and Office of Financial Aid websites.

The withdrawal or “W” grade is not counted in the cumulative grade point average.

There are two types of absences: Short Term Leave and Semester Withdrawal. Read the following and decide which is best for you and your circumstances. 

Short Term Leave

If a student will be absent from class for five consecutive days or more but less than two weeks due to medical reasons, the student may request a Short Term Leave. 

The following information must be included within your documentation and uploaded in the Document Upload area in the Student Health Portal to process your request. Steps to submit your request can be found below.

1. The medical diagnosis

2. Start date and end date of Short Term Leave 

3. The need for the Short Term Leave 

4. Signed, stamped and dated by a Medical Provider

Please note short term leaves are not available for half-semester courses.  Students taking half-semester courses will need to apply for a semester withdrawal.

 

Semester Withdrawal 

A Semester Withdrawal is required if a student will be absent for two (2) weeks or longer. In this case, the student will be withdrawn from the current semester. The student will receive a "W" grade on their transcript for the semester. A semester withdrawal does not automatically guarantee a refund or a deletion of a balance due.  Refunds are processed according to the deadline dates on the Academic Calendar provided by the Office of the Registrar. Students who experience a health or wellness issue during the last few weeks of a semester should review the Incomplete Grade policy in the current Undergraduate or Graduate Catalog.

The following information must be included within your documentation and uploaded in the Document Upload area in the Student Health Portal. Steps to submit your request can be found below.  

  1. The medical diagnosis 
  2. The date of onset 
  3. The need for the Semester Withdrawal 
  4. Signed, stamped and dated by a Medical Provider 

Health and Wellness Absences can be provided if you are attending classes full-time or part-time and should be requested as soon as possible for the impacted semester.

 

Steps To Request a Short Term Leave or a Semester Withdrawal

All steps below take place within the Student Health Portal. Questions about the Student Health Portal can be directed to our reception team at studenthealthservices@kean.edu or (908) 737-4880.

  1. Send a new message to the Certified Medical Assistant, Medical Records Coordinator or the Professional Services Specialist in the Messages area.
    1. Include the following information in the message:
      1. In the Subject write Short Term Leave or a Semester Withdrawal
      2. Your full name and Kean University ID number.
      3. Clearly state if you are requesting a Short Term Leave or a Semester Withdrawal
  2. Forms will be added to your portal and you will receive a reply by the Certified Medical Assistant, the Medical Records Coordinator or the Professional Services Specialist.
  3. Complete the leave or withdrawal form in the My Forms area.
  4. Upload the required documentation in the Document Upload area.
  5. Confirmation that your request has been processed will be sent in the Messages area.

All documents will be reviewed and processed after they have been uploaded and the appropriate form has been completed in the Student Health Portal. 

Allow three to five business days for a response regarding the determination of a request.

You may check on the status of your request by sending a new message to the Certified Medical Assistant, Medical Records Coordinator or the Professional Services Specialist in the Messages area of the  Student Health Portal

 

Once a determination is made, Student Health Services will notify the following:

For a Short Term Leave, the student is copied and the instructors are notified of the absence. This process should not be a substitute for student communication with his or her instructors. 

For a Semester Withdrawal, the student is copied and the Registrar and Financial Aid offices are notified. If you are a student that resides on campus, an email is also sent to the Office of Residence Life.