Health & Wellness
Health & Wellness is core part of the student experience at Wentworth. We believe holistic well-being is crucial for supporting academic excellence and a thriving community is built upon the foundation of healthy minds and bodies. At Wentworth, we are committed to fostering a supportive environment that empowers you to prioritize your physical, mental, and emotional health. Through a range of comprehensive programs, resources, and activities, we equip our community with the tools they need to succeed not only in their academic pursuits but also in their personal wellness journey. Discover a wealth of opportunities to cultivate a balanced and vibrant lifestyle at Wentworth.
Center for Wellness
The Center for Wellness is comprised of Counseling Services, Health Promotion and Education, Fitness and Wellness Programs, and medical vaccine compliance. In addition, the Center works collaboratively with the Student Health Center to ensure students' health needs are being met. The Center staff provides specific services to students while working together holistically to improve students’ experiences. Wentworth is proud to be a member of the United States Health Promoting Campuses Network, a collective of post-secondary institutions committed to embedding health promotion and well-being into all aspects of campus culture.
Counseling Services
Located in the Center for Wellness, Wentworth Counseling Services offers students individualized treatment plans based on a Stepped Care model of support. Our services aim to support students' mental health, wellness, personal, and academic growth.
Fitness & Wellness
Wentworth Fitness & Wellness fosters and promotes a healthy learning environment for students, faculty, and staff by implementing innovative and exciting opportunities that encourage intellectual, physical, social, and spiritual well-being.
Health Promotion & Education
Located in the Center for Wellness, the Office of Health Promotion and Education is dedicated to helping students make good choices about nutrition and lifestyle through education on healthy behaviors that can be practiced throughout life.
Immunizations Compliance
The state of Massachusetts requires all full-time undergraduate and graduate students to submit proof of immunization. To comply with Massachusetts laws and maintain the health and safety of our campus community, students must submit their vaccination records through the CastleBranch Portal for approval. Fall admits will receive Wentworth-specific instructions on accessing CastleBranch within two weeks of submitting their admissions deposit. Visit our Student Vaccine Requirements page for detailed information and to review our FAQs.
Carbon Health Services
Wentworth partners with Carbon Student Health, located at the MassArt Treehouse, to provide medical services for enrolled students. To contact the Carbon Student Health Center, please call (617) 879-5220. In the case of a life-threatening emergency, students should contact Wentworth Campus Police at (617) 989-4444 or call 911. Students off campus should call 911 immediately.
Student Health Insurance Plan (SHIP)
The State of Massachusetts requires that all students, (undergraduate, graduate and Co-op), who are enrolled as three-quarter time or more credit hours per semester be covered by the student health insurance plan or a health insurance plan with comparable coverage.
A Student Health Insurance Plan (SHIP) is available through Wentworth. The plan offers exceptional coverage at an outstanding value compared to most options available to students and provides reasonable premium rates for dependents.
Need Immediate Help?
If you are in an emergency situation, please contact the following:
- Wentworth Campus Police: (617) 989-4444
- Boston Police Emergency: 911
- Sexual Assault Unit: (617) 343-0044
View more Emergency Resources to get help immediately.
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