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FAQ: Getting my COVID-19 vaccine

Now that Phase 2 of the Massachusetts COVID-19 vaccine rollout has begun, when can I get my vaccine?
I learned that Massachusetts recently issued new vaccine eligibility guidelines for higher education professionals. How do I find out if I am eligible?
I have not received an eligibility letter from MIT. I feel that my role makes me eligible to receive a COVID-19 vaccine under the state’s new higher education guidelines. What should I do?
Will I be able to choose which vaccine I receive?
How will I know if MIT Medical has a vaccine available for me?
What if I am offered the vaccine by MIT, decline to take it, and then change my mind?
If I have the opportunity to get a COVID-19 vaccine somewhere else, should I take it or wait for MIT to provide it to me?
Now that Phase 2 of the Massachusetts COVID-19 vaccine rollout has begun, when can I get my vaccine?

MIT Medical does not expect to obtain vaccine during Phase 2. We hope to receive more vaccine in Phase 3, and we will keep the community informed. We encourage all members of the community to get the vaccine as soon as it is available to them. Do not wait to get your vaccine from MIT.

March 16, 2021
I learned that Massachusetts recently issued new vaccine eligibility guidelines for higher education professionals. How do I find out if I am eligible?

The Commonwealth’s list includes staff and students who work in isolation or quarantine housing and other similar roles. MIT assesses all potentially eligible staff and has emailed letters to eligible individuals that may be used as proof of eligibility.

If you did not receive an email, MIT determined your role is not eligible for vaccine at this time. Visit the Commonwealth’s website to view the list of positions that are now eligible for vaccines.

March 4, 2021

I have not received an eligibility letter from MIT. I feel that my role makes me eligible to receive a COVID-19 vaccine under the state’s new higher education guidelines. What should I do?

If you feel that you are eligible, speak with your supervisor. They can escalate your case to the appropriate individuals within DSL.  

March 4, 2021

Will I be able to choose which vaccine I receive?

No. If you are offered the vaccine, we encourage you to take it right away. All currently approved vaccines are highly effective at preventing serious illness, hospitalization, and death from COVID-19. Read more: What's the best COVID-19 vaccine?

March 16, 2021

How will I know if MIT Medical has a vaccine available for me?

We will contact you directly to let you know.

January 6, 2021

What if I am offered the vaccine by MIT, decline to take it, and then change my mind?

You will lose your place in line, but you will be eligible for future vaccination rounds. However, there’s no guarantee that the vaccine will be available when you want it. That’s why we encourage you to get it as soon as you are given the opportunity.

January 6, 2021

If I have the opportunity to get a COVID-19 vaccine somewhere else, should I take it or wait for MIT to provide it to me?

Yes. We want everyone to be vaccinated as quickly as possible. Don’t wait to get your vaccine at MIT if you can get it sooner somewhere else. 

February 5, 2021

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