Molloy College Mandates COVID-19 Vaccine For Fall Semester

ROCKVILLE CENTRE, NY — Taking into account the latest COVID-19 data and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention mask recommends for schools, Molloy College is mandating vaccinations for students to attend classes in the fall.

All students must be fully vaccinated by August 25, the school said in a statement.

However, the school is providing exemptions for those with valid medical or religious reasons. They can submit a request for an exemption based on the college's immunization policy. But the school cautions that not all requests will be granted.

Additionally, students who have not completed the vaccination series by the August 25 deadline can ask for a temporary waiver.

Without the exemption status or waiver, students who are not fully vaccinated will not be permitted on campus, the college said in a statement.

The school is monitoring the situation regarding a potential vaccine mandate for employees, but it is strongly encouraging staffers to get the shot(s), Molloy officials said.