COVID-19 Screening Program
The University’s non-invasive, saliva-based screening program is available to members of the campus community who do not have COVID-19 symptoms, known COVID-19 exposure, or related to COVID-19 travel requirements. If you have symptoms of COVID-19, please call the University Health Center at (208) 282-2330 for testing information AND fill out the online self-report form.
Screenings are non-invasive and saliva-based
Pocatello
Walk-In Site:
Room 111
Vocational Arts Building
Monday - Thursday
9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
An after-hours collection box for samples is available 24/7 outside the Vocational Arts Building.
Meridian
Walk-In Site:
Meridian Campus
Monday - Thursday
7:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
No appointment necessary
Idaho Falls
Walk-In Site:
Student Services (Room 202)
Bennion Student Union
Monday - Wednesday
8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
An after-hours collection box for samples is available Monday through Wednesday after 4 p.m. near the southeast corner of the Bennion Student Union.
No appointment necessary
On-campus individuals selected for the screening program may be exempt from the requirement if they meet a valid exemption. Faculty, staff, and students who are fully vaccinated are exempt from the screening requirement.
Scheduling Your Screening
You will select a date and time to visit an on-campus screening location to provide a saliva sample.
- Select a date, time, and location that works with your schedule.
- At your scheduled time, visit the on-campus screening location to provide a saliva sample. The process should take less than 10 minutes.
- You may immediately return to your on-campus activities.
What is the difference between a COVID-19 screen and test?
Screening
Idaho State’s screening program is for people who have no symptoms and no known COVID-19 exposure. This is done to identify individuals who may be asymptomatic COVID-19 carriers, so we can take precautions to limit the spread to others.
Testing
COVID-19 testing is designed for those who are symptomatic or have a known exposure to COVID-19. If you fall in this category, call the University Health Center at (208) 282-2330 for testing information AND fill out the online self-report form.
Frequently Asked Questions
Additional FAQs will be developed and posted in the coming weeks. If you have a question related to your specific situation, send an email to covid@health.isu.edu or call (208) 282-2705.
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Can I schedule my COVID-19 screening during work hours?
Yes. Employees should work with their supervisors to schedule the screening during a time that has a minimal impact on regular duties.