COVID Boosters

FALL 2025 INFORMATION

The New York State Department of Health recommends everyone ages 6 months and older be vaccinated against COVID. Vaccination is a critical tool to prevent serious illness and transmission during the peak months of respiratory illness season, which typically runs from October to May. 

See the latest COVID vaccination information from the NYS Department of Health.

Getting your COVID booster at Cornell Health

Cornell Health is currently offering COVID boosters for students, available at no charge.

To schedule a COVID vaccination appointment, please call us during business hours at 607-255-5155

Getting your COVID booster off campus

COVID boosters are now available to New Yorkers (age 3+) at local pharmacies, without a prescription from a medical provider. Insurance coverage may vary; contact your insurance provider for details. 

Please call your pharmacy of choice directly to make sure they have COVID vaccine in stock, and to schedule an appointment.