Insurance

How to Use UC SHIP

In The Davis Area

For UC SHIP covered students, all care must begin at the Student Health and Wellness Center or at Counseling Services at North Hall.

When you need care:

  • Medical: Contact the Appointment Desk at (530) 752-2349, or via Health-e-Messaging, to schedule an appointment. 
  • Counseling Services: Contact North Hall at (530) 752-0871 to schedule and appointment

What to do when SHCS is closed

UC SHIP Waiver Information

All registered UC Davis students are automatically enrolled in UC SHIP at the start of each new academic year. 

If you are already covered by other health insurance, such as through an employer, your parents coverage, Covered California, or Medi-Cal, you can submit a waiver application to waive your enrollment in UC SHIP, and not be charged the UC SHIP Fee each term. 

A new waiver application must be submitted prior to the start of each new academic year. Approved waivers are valid for the entire academic year.

New Students

All New UC Davis Students Must Fulfill the Following Health RequirementsImmunization Entrance Requirements for New Students

All incoming new, transfer and graduate students, including students in the Veterinary Medicine and School of Nursing programs, are required to meet the UC Immunization and TB Risk Screening requirement.

This includes: