University of Mississippi COVID-19 vaccination

How to get vaccinated in Oxford

On-campus vaccinations

University Health Services is offering the single-dose Johnson & Johnson’s Janssen COVID-19 vaccine FREE for faculty, staff, graduate students, undergraduate students and the families of those in the university community ages 18 and up at the Health Center on the Oxford campus. No appointment is necessary. Email c19@olemiss.edu for questions.

Please print these two medical paperwork forms to fill out and bring with you to your on-campus vaccination:

Off-campus vaccination sites

Those who prefer a two-dose vaccine may use the resources below to find a first-dose appointment in Oxford.

Lafayette County Health Department
72 F.D. Buddy East Parkway Building 3, Suite 100
Oxford, MS 38655
Schedule online at covidvaccine.umc.edu or call 877-978-6453 or 601-965-4071
Free vaccines

Kroger Pharmacy
2013 University Ave.
866-211-5320
Schedule online at kroger.com/covidvaccine.

Oxford Rx, LLC Pharmacy
821 N Lamar Blvd. (within walking distance of the Square)
662-380-5300
More info at www.oxfordrx38655.com.

Baptist Memorial Hospital – North Mississippi Hospital/Clinic
1100 Belk Blvd.
Call 662-636-4353 or visit baptistonline.org/covid-19/resources/covid-19-vaccine to make an appointment.

Please email c19@olemiss.edu if you have questions about getting a vaccination appointment in Oxford. If you received your first dose at the on-campus vaccination site and need to make a change to your second dose appointment, please reply to the confirmation email you received when scheduling your first appointment. For more information about appointments on campus, see the vaccination appointment FAQ page.

Requesting a replacement vaccination card

If you need a replacement vaccination card, please visit the MS State Department of Health website and login to or create an account with MyIR (My Immunization Records) to print your immunization record.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can someone be required to disclose their vaccination status?

Current guidance considers an individual’s vaccination status protected personal information. As a result, individuals should not be asked about vaccination status. The university continues to encourage everyone on campus to follow protocols for the spaces in which they work or study to prevent the virus from spreading. If the protocols for a particular space are unclear, please email c19@olemiss.edu. University officials will continue to follow developments and guidance on vaccination status and disclosure.

What is the current status of vaccine rollout in Mississippi?

Currently, all Mississippians ages 12 and above are eligible to schedule appointments at MSDH COVID-19 vaccination clinics throughout the state.

How is the university managing vaccines on campus?

The university assembled a Vaccine Distribution and Administration Task Force, which developed a strategy to provide ample opportunities for faculty, staff, and students of the university to be immunized using the supply of vaccines provided by the Mississippi Department of Health.

How will the campus be notified of vaccine updates and availability?

Any updates or new information will be pushed out through normal UM communications, and you can also check out this page dedicated to our vaccine rollout plan. As with everything during the pandemic, information is constantly and rapidly changing, and we are doing our best to adapt and keep our community informed.

Which COVID-19 vaccines are recognized in the United States?

According to the CDC, only people who have received all recommended doses of an FDA-authorized or WHO-listed COVID-19 vaccine are considered fully vaccinated for the purpose of public health guidance. More information is here.

Does it cost anything to get the COVID-19 vaccine?

The COVID-19 vaccine is free for both insured and uninsured people.