The University's goal is to have 100% testing compliance so we can continue to maintain a safe, healthy and in-person campus and open up additional on-campus events, meetings and activities.
Policy: Interim COVID-19 Testing Compliance Disciplinary Policy
Consequences of Missed Weekly Testing
After two instances of failing to complete a weekly test, students will not be allowed to participate in University or student organization activities (athletic events, student organization events, access to the Student Life Center for recreation, etc.).
Three missed tests will result in the loss of WIFI access for the remainder of the semester.
Four missed tests will result in referral to Student Conduct Administration for disciplinary action. Disciplinary action will include a failure to comply charge, and sanctions may have a range of options, which can include suspension or expulsion.
Make-up Appointments
If you miss or know you cannot attend your assigned testing appointment for the week, you do not need to reschedule your regular appointment. Simply walk-in for an appointment at your designated testing location. All make-up appointments must be completed within the same week. (The testing week is Monday-Friday). Please note not completing testing for a week will result in the additional actions listed above.
Exemption Request
If students believe they should be excluded from testing, please complete the Spring COVID-19 Testing Exemption Request form. Exemption requests are typically granted for the following reasons:
- A positive COVID-19 test in the last 90 days
- A qualifying medical exclusion
- 100% remote or an internship and residence outside of McLennan County
- 100% remote with no access to campus or living with other Baylor students
Health Services will review your request and inform you whether your request was approved or denied.
Quarantine Testing Instructions
If you are in quarantine, you are still required to complete a weekly COVID-19 test. Please test during your regular appointment time and location if possible or walk-in for a testing appointment when convenient. After you test, return to your quarantine location immediately.
If you are in quarantine outside of McLennan County, please complete the Spring COVID-19 Testing Exemption Request form to request a testing exemption for the time you are not in the Waco area. Once you are out of quarantine and return to Waco, you are required to resume testing.
If you become symptomatic while in quarantine, please access the Health Portal login to schedule a testing appointment at the Respiratory Clinic at the North Village Community Center.