Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, the Marquette University Medical Clinic operates on an all appointment system. Same day appointments are available for acute and urgent care. 

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Full-time Marquette undergraduate students are assessed a per-semester student health fee as part of their tuition and fees. The health fee covers unlimited office visits, some laboratory studies and reduced prices on additional services.

Graduate, professional and part-time undergraduate students have the option to pay the per-semester health fee anytime during the semester to save costs. The health fee covers unlimited office visits, some laboratory studies and reduced prices on additonal services. If you chose not to pay the per semester health fee, you can still utilize the Medical Clinic on a fee for service basis. Office visit fee is $75 per visit, please note additional fees may be assessed for other services. 

The Medical Clinic does not bill insurance and is not in-network with any plans.

Optional health fee

To help ensure timely access to care for all students, missed appointments may result in a $10 no-show fee. Students with an unpaid no-show fee will need to pay the balance before scheduling another appointment.

If you need to cancel or reschedule, please provide at least one hour notice. Appointments can be canceled or rescheduled by calling the Medical Clinic at (414) 288-7184 or through the patient portal.

X-rays for some extremities are available on-site at the Marquette University Medical Clinic. Payment for those x-rays done in the Medical Clinic are due at time of service.

Additional radiology services can be arranged as needed and our providers will work with you to find accessible facilities that are compatible with your health insurance plan. Radiology services at an outside facility will be billed directly to your personal health insurance.

We have a small pharmacy. Prescription medications are available at prices comparable to local competitors. Please note: We are unable to fill prescriptions written by outside providers.

The laboratory at the Marquette University Medical Clinic performs many diagnostic tests on-site for a nominal fee. We will also work with your primary physician for other lab work requested.

The Marquette University Medical Clinic does not offer allergy injection services. Allergy Clinic/Allergists referral list.

Marquette University Medical Clinic does not prescribe medication for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). If you have been diagnosed and need a continued prescription for ADHD medication, we recommend that you continue your prescription with your home provider, or we can help you find a ADD/ADHD specialist  outside of Marquette.

If you have not been diagnosed but suspect that you have ADHD, you can schedule a screening at Marquette University Center for Psychological Services at (414) 288-3487 or you may contact the Marquette University Counseling Center for a community referral by calling (414) 288-7172.

In keeping with the Catholic tradition regarding birth control, The Marquette University Medical Clinic does not dispense condoms nor prescribe contraceptive medication. However, recognizing that oral contraceptives are prescribed for particular medical conditions, it is advisable that these matters be discussed individually with a provider at the medical clinic.

Sexual & Reproductive Health Statement

The Marquette University Medical Clinic providers are very sensitive to the issues of students surrounding sexual and reproductive health. Students are encouraged to discuss their needs, questions, and concerns within the context of an appointment. All conversations are held in the strictest of confidence. Bound by medical ethics, within the context of college health and Catholic tradition regarding human sexuality and birth control, students receive sound medical advice regarding sexual and reproductive health in order to make their own informed decisions regarding healthy relationships. Students interested in extended conversations or clarifications on sexuality and Catholic teaching are encouraged to contact Campus Ministry staff.

It is the policy of the Marquette University Medical Clinic not to provide medical excuses for short-term absences that result in missed classes, exams, or assignments due to illness or injury. In certain circumstances where the illness or injury is prolonged (an absence of more than five days) and requires medical attention or hospitalization we will work with students in providing appropriate documentation. Students are instructed to contact their professor or teaching assistant in the event they need to miss class due to an illness, injury or an emergency.

Your medical care at the medical clinic is confidential. Health care records are kept separately from academic records. We do not release information outside of the Marquette University Medical Clinic without your written permission.

All newly admitted and readmitted students are required to complete the Immunization History and Tuberculosis Risk Questionnaire on the MU patient portal. We do not require a physical exam.

Students who do not complete the requirements within 30 days of the start of their first semester/term will have a medical hold placed on their account, which can prevent future class registration.

• 2 doses of the MMR (measles, mumps, rubella) vaccine. Both doses must be on or after 1st birthday and at least 28 days apart, or positive titer (blood test) results.
• 2 doses of the Varicella (chickenpox) vaccine. Both doses must be on or after 1st birthday and at least 28 days apart, or history of the disease, or positive titer (blood test) results.
• Adult Tdap (tetanus/diphtheria/pertussis) vaccine - must be after age 10. If that Tdap vaccine date is more than 10 years old you will also need an updated Td (tetanus, diphtheria) booster

Vaccine exemptions will be considered on a case by case basis. If you or your student have questions about exemptions, please email: immunizations@marquette.edu