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Skidmore College
Health Services

COVID TESTING

TESTING AVAILABLE ON-CAMPUS

Rapid tests for self-testing are always available through the Campus Safety window located to the left of the Jonsson Tower parking lot entrance. Knock on the window and you will be helped. Students can also request a test from their RA or pick up a test in Case Center.

 

OFF-CAMPUS TESTING LOCATIONS:

PCR testing and rapid NAAT testing are available at several locations in the community:

WellNow Urgent Care

Saratoga Hospital and affiliated locations

Walgreens

Rite Aid

Price Chopper

 
WHEN TO TEST

See the CDC information on testing and when to test for more detailed information.

TESTING WHEN SYMPTOMATIC

If you have symptoms (ex: cough, runny nose, sore throat, etc) please submit an appointment request through the Health Services Portal. Rapid Covid testing is always available through Campus Safety. If indicated, Health Services can provide rapid antigen testing. We can also test for other illnesses including flu, strep, mono if appropriate.

POST EXPOSURE TESTING

5-7 days after last exposure a COVID antigen or PCR test should be performed.

TESTING WHEN NO SYMPTOMS NOR EXPOSURE (ex: PCR prior to travel)

PCR testing is not available on-campus. Please see Off-Campus testing locations above.