COVID-19
COVID-19 resources for the Stanford community
This site provides the Stanford community with important updates related to COVID-19.
Current Policies and Status
Below is an overview of current policies and protocols at Stanford related to COVID-19.
Face Masks
Masking is no longer required. However, it is strongly recommended to mask when ill with respiratory symptoms.
Vaccination
The university no longer requires – but continues to strongly recommend – COVID vaccinations and boosters for faculty, staff, postdoctoral scholars, and students. For the most current information on COVID-19 vaccinations and boosters, including where to obtain them, visit the Vaccinations page.
Testing
Asymptomatic surveillance testing is no longer required, regardless of vaccination status.

COVID Dashboards
Stanford’s COVID dashboard provides regular updates on COVID prevalence based on analysis of wastewater data collected from more than 150 buildings on campus by Stanford’s Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering.
Latest Updates
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Updated guidance on COVID-19 and other respiratory illnesses
As of February 4, 2025, Stanford University has updated policies and guidance for managing COVID-19, influenza, and other respiratory illnesses.
February 04, 2025
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Change in COVID vaccination policy
Effective April 10, the university will no longer require COVID vaccinations and boosters for faculty, staff, postdoctoral scholars, and students.
April 05, 2023