Skidmore COVID-19 Information
This website outlines Skidmore’s latest guidelines and plans concerning COVID-19. Please carefully review all information as it applies to you.
2023 - 2024
Plans are consistent with guidance issued by the American College Health Association, Centers for Disease Control, and state and local health departments. They are subject to change at any time. As we navigate this together, our efforts continue to be guided by two key principles:
- Protecting the health and safety of our community of students, faculty and staff, and the greater Saratoga Springs community
- Providing access to a residential, excellent liberal arts education
Current Policies and Guidelines
Students, Faculty, and Staff: Effective as of May, 12 2023, the College will no longer require the COVID-19 vaccination for faculty, staff, or students. However, the College highly recommends that all community members receive their vaccinations, including the updated COVID-19 vaccine, as recommended by the CDC and individuals' healthcare providers. Please see this message for additional information.
Visitors: All visitors to campus are strongly encouraged to be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccinations. Review Visitor guidelines.
Effective as of the fall 2022 semester, the campus discontinued the use of PCR surveillance testing (both optional and mandatory) via the Broad Institute. Free rapid tests are available from Campus Safety to all students who are concerned about symptoms or exposure. Health Services may perform rapid and/or PCR testing depending on a student's individual symptoms and circumstances.
All visitors to campus are strongly encouraged to be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccinations. LEARN MORE
Latest Messages
Last Friday, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced Updated Respiratory Virus Guidance regarding how individuals should protect themselves and others from respiratory illnesses, including COVID-19.- The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently updated its guidance regarding how people can protect themselves and others from respiratory illnesses, including COVID-19. We are writing to clarify the new guidance and provide information on how to seek support if you are concerned about illness and protect yourself and others from respiratory infections like flu, RSV, and COVID-19.
- Testing, masking, and vaccination reminders to keep our community safe.
- New COVID-19 vaccines are now available at pharmacies and other locations. Rapid COVID-19 Tests are available through the Campus Safety window.