Our on-campus Student Health and Counseling Center offers no- or low-cost care to every student at K. Our team takes an integrated approach to your physical, mental, and emotional health—treating every student with compassion, dignity, and complete confidentiality in a safe, inclusive environment.
Medical Services
Assessment
Appointments are available for students to meet with our medical professionals to assess their symptoms.
Testing
A variety of testing is available to assist with diagnostics; students who require additional testing are referred to external medical facilities.
Treatment
Our staff can diagnose, prescribe medication, and perform select treatments in-house.
Physical Exams
For overall wellness, students may make routine checkups and physical exam appointments.
Immunizations
The health center has vaccines available for several viruses, including those required for international travel.
Travel Consultation
The Kalamazoo College Travel Clinic is available for students to get immunizations and site-specific health information before they study or travel abroad.
Sexual Health Services
The health center offers an array of sexual health services, including sexual health screenings, STI testing, and contraceptive consultation and prescription.
Medical Supplies
Our waiting room is stocked with over-the-counter medications and supplies for students to grab: sore throat kits, first aid supplies, contraceptives, and more.
Referrals
For students who require services outside of the health center’s capability, our staff provides referrals for additional care.
And More
For a complete list of provided services, refer to the Student Health Center website.
Student Health and Counseling Center
Hours: Monday–Friday
10 a.m.–4 p.m.
During the academic term
Other hours by arrangement
Email: Healthsv@kzoo.edu
Additional Resources
Counseling and Mental Health Services
The Student Health and Counseling Center offers free individual counseling sessions to help students explore challenging situations and build the skills to move toward improved mental health, personal wellness and success as a K student. These sessions can cover a range of concerns, including:
- Anxiety
- Mild to Moderate Depression
- Stress Management
- Test Anxiety
- Grief and Loss
- Family/Social Relationship Issues
- Self-Esteem/Body Image Concerns
- Life Transitions
- Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity
- Motivation
- Perfectionism
- Trauma
- Crisis Support
If your needs extend beyond the SHCC’s scope of services, their staff will work with you to find the best, most appropriate care and provide referral options. Their counselors can often assist students in managing presenting concerns and provide support until they are able to be connected to the appropriate services.
Insurance and Payment
There is no fee for most services at the Student Health Center. However, there is a charge for select services, such as in-house diagnostic tests, physicals, and some medications.
For treatment that is billed, the Student Health Center accepts cash, checks, credit/debit cards, and charges posted to the student account. Students will also receive an insurance-ready receipt on their MyChart to show their insurance provider.
Note: All students are required to have health insurance while enrolled at K. Students are automatically enrolled in the College’s health insurance plan; it is up to students to opt-out if they have an existing insurance provider they wish to maintain.
Health and Counseling Center Staff
Healthcare is provided by physician assistants, licensed counselors, and registered nurses whose practice is supervised by a physician (medical director). The medical director is off site, continuously available for consultation, and provides medical care for students referred by the physician assistants. In addition to supervision, the medical director reviews records and the practice of the physician assistants.