University Housing is committed to providing a safe and healthy housing community for our residents. Following the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) as well as State and County guidelines, we have implemented various practices and protocols in effort to protect the well-being of the residential community. The information on this page along with University Housing’s COVID-19 policies and guidelines are subject to change depending on the current conditions of the pandemic and any new recommendations from the State, County, or CDC.
HELP KEEP THE RESIDENTIAL COMMUNITY SAFE & HEALTHY |
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Wear a FACE COVERING when inside public spaces |
WASH YOUR HANDS after touching common surfaces |
Follow campus HEALTH SCREENING protocols |
Comply with Housing's COVID TESTING REQUIREMENTS |

Help Prevent the Spread of COVID-19
California State University (CSU) has announced that all eligible students must receive a COVID-19 vaccination booster. For more information, visit together.sfsu.edu.
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COVID-19 vaccinations are now readily available for the majority of the population and are our best tool to overcome the pandemic. In order to provide the safest possible congregate housing experience, SF State Housing requires that ALL potential residents are fully vaccinated (including booster) prior to moving on campus. Any student who receives an SF State Housing reservation must upload proof of COVID-19 vaccination or request a medical or religious exemption prior to move-in when completing the Move-in Confirmation form. Failure to upload proof of COVID-19 vaccination or exemption request will result in the administrative cancellation of your housing reservation. |
PROOF OF VACCINATION:
International Students: If you cannot get vaccinated in your home country prior to arriving to the United States, there is alternate documentation that you can provide in order to submit the Move-in Confirmation form. Please contact the Student Housing Office by email at housing@sfsu.edu for further details. ACCEPTED FORMS OF COVID-19 VACCINATION PROOF:
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REQUESTING AN EXEMPTION:
ACCEPTED FORMS OF MEDICAL OR RELIGIOUS EXEMPTION DOCUMENTATION:
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As of February, 28, 2022, residents who are fully vaccinated* for COVID-19 will no longer be required to take campus administered COVID-19 tests. All non-vaccinated residents with COVID-19 vaccination exemptions, however, must continue to test weekly. Campus administered COVID-19 tests are available for non-vaccinated residents who are required to test weekly as well as for vaccinated residents who choose to take the test voluntarily. Please Note: Failure to comply to the testing requirements for any non-vaccinated resident will lead to student conduct review of your account that may lead to the termination of your housing license agreement. |
SCHEDULING AN APPOINTMENT:
Tests can be scheduled on the MyHealth website.
TESTING TIMES & LOCATIONS:
COVID-19 tests will be administered at the top of Lot 20 on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and Wednesdays from Noon to 4:00 p.m.
Spring Break Testing Times | Monday (3/21) 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. & Wednesday (3/23) Noon to 2:00 p.m. (No testing on Tuesday or Thursday)
TESTING CRITERIA:
The test is a non-invasive self-administered saliva-based test polymerase chain reaction (PCR) test. In order for the test to be successful, the following criteria needs to be followed:
Within 60 minutes prior to taking the test:
- DO NOT eat
- DO NOT drink
- DO NOT smoke
- DO NOT brush your teeth or use mouthwash
- DO NOT USE lip products
If your sample is rejected you will need to wait and be retested.
TEST RESULTS:
You will receive a text or email notification when results are ready to be viewed on the MyHealth portal. To view the results, click on the ‘View My COVID Test Results’ button on the homepage. Results are typically available within 24-36 hours of your scheduled appointment.
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Residents are expected to be engaged daily with the University’s health declaration process and must demonstrate a health “green badge” to gain access to university facilities outside of their own residence apartment building. |
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SF State continues to require face coverings to be worn indoors unless an individual is alone in an enclosed space with a door that can be closed. Face coverings are not required outdoors on campus. |
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COVID-19 SYMPTOMS
(Range from Mild to Severe)
- Fever - Common
- Headache - Sometimes
- General Aches & Pains - Sometimes
- Fatigue & Weakness - Sometimes
- Extreme Exhaustion - Sometimes
- Stuffy Nose - Rare
- Sneezing - Rare
- Sore Throat - Sometimes
- Cough - Common
- Shortness of Breath - Sometimes
WHAT TO DO IF YOU’RE SICK
If you are feeling symptoms related to COVID-19, take all the necessary precautions to prevent spreading it to others and take a COVID-19 test. If you test positive, contact covid19@sfsu.edu for further instructions.
COVID-19 RESOURCES
- CA COVID-19 Rent Relief Program
- California Department of Public Health
- Gators Helping Gators Campaign
- Johns Hopkins University real-time dashboard of global coronavirus infection map
- San Francisco Department of Public Health
- SF State COVID-19 Resources
- U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
- U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration
- World Health Organization
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FAQs General COVID-19 FAQs |