Truman State University Student Health Fee
Frequently Asked Questions
- Why was a health fee assessed at Truman?
In this time of limited state funding for higher education, Truman State
University has made the commitment to continue to provide high quality
health and counseling services for its students. Usage of services at
the Student Health Center and University Counseling Services has increased
in recent years. National trends and 2005 Truman data from the
American College Health Association’s National College Health Assessment
(nationally normed survey taken by 1,100 Truman students) indicate that more
and more students are coming to college with challenging physical and mental
health issues. This fee will provide the necessary funds to prevent
decreasing services to students in these two areas and assist the University
in addressing the very real concerns that impact our students and their
ability to be successful in achieving their academic and personal goals.
- What services will be covered by this fee?
Students will have no office visit fee when they seek services at the
Student Health Center and University Counseling Services. Minimal fees may
be charged for procedures, laboratory services, medications, and elective
services such as physical exams at the Student Health Center.
University Counseling Services assesses a minimal fee for certain
psychological tests.
- Were students involved in the decision regarding this
additional fee?
Yes. Student Affairs consulted with Student Senate regarding the
implementation of a fee and students will continue to be involved as members
of a Student Health Advisory Committee. This committee will help identify
student health and wellness needs, as well as any additional services that
should be considered to address these issues.
- How much is the health fee?
The Student Health Fee is $25 per semester and is assessed for the spring
and fall semesters for students who register for 6 or more credit hours.
- Is the fee assessed for summer sessions?
No, there is no fee assessed for students enrolled in summer classes. The
Student Health Center will continue to provide services for any student
enrolled in at least 3 credit hours during the summer. University
Counseling Services will continue to provide services for any enrolled
student during the summer.
- Do other university’s have health fees?
Typically, yes. A recent survey revealed every public university in
Missouri except Truman and two other institutions currently charge either a
direct student health fee, an office visit fee, or both a health fee and an
office visit fee. The two other institutions were looking at
implementing a health fee. Health fees ranged from $48 to $75 per
semester. Office visit fees ranged from $15 to $25 per visit.
- Who should I contact if I have any questions regarding the
Student Health Fee or services provided by the Student Health Center and/or
University Counseling Services?
Questions may be addressed to
studenthealthfee@truman.edu or to Ms. Brenda Higgins at the Student Health
Center (660-785-4182) or Dr. Brian Krylowicz (660-785-4014) at University
Counseling Services.
