Last updated Aug. 27, 2025
University of Iowa employees can get the flu vaccine for free at locations across campus.
As flu season approaches, it's important to consider the health and well-being of our campus community. We invite all eligible faculty and staff to consider getting their annual flu shot. This small step can make a big difference in helping to keep yourself, your family, and your colleagues safe. Getting vaccinated is an easy and effective way to support a healthier environment at Iowa. Best of all, there are free and convenient flu vaccination clinics across campus—making it simple to take care of your health this season.
Flu vaccinations start Monday, Sept. 15, and run through Friday, Dec. 5. Dates and locations for on-campus flu-vaccine events are listed below.
Locations
Sept. 15-Dec. 5: University Employee Health Clinic (UEHC)
7 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Sept. 15–Dec. 5
University Employee Health Clinic, Room 1097-1 Boyd Tower
200 Hawkins Drive, Iowa City, IA 52242
Sept. 15-Oct. 24: Pediatric Conference Center
7 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Sept. 15–Oct. 24
Pediatric Conference Center, 2JCP
200 Hawkins Drive, Iowa City, IA 52242
- Weekdays, except Sept. 16, Sept. 23, Sept. 25, Sept. 29, Sept. 30, Oct. 2, Oct. 3, Oct. 8, Oct. 9, Oct. 15, Oct. 21, and Oct. 23
- 7 a.m. – 2 p.m. Oct. 24
Sept. 23: Dental Sciences Building
10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 23
Dental Sciences Building, W220 A&B
801 Newton Road, Iowa City, IA 52245
Sept. 25, Oct. 23, Nov. 14, Dec. 4: UI Health Care Medical Center Downtown (MCD)
7 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Sept. 25, Oct. 23, Nov. 14, and Dec. 4
UI Health Care Medical Center Downtown, 1st Floor Conference Room
500 E. Market Street, Iowa City, IA 52245
Sept. 30: University Capitol Centre (UCC)
10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 30
University Capitol Centre (UCC), 2520-D/UCC Conference Center Seminar Room
201 S. Clinton Street, Iowa City, IA 52240
Oct. 3, Oct. 30, Nov. 6, Nov. 20: UI Health Care North Liberty Campus (MCNL)
8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Oct. 3, Oct. 30, Nov. 6, Nov. 20
UI Health Care North Liberty Campus, Second Floor Conference Room 2124-C
701 W. Forevergreen Road, North Liberty, IA 52317
Oct. 8: Health Care Support Services Building (HSSB)
10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 8
Health Care Support Services Building, Gala Room
3281 Ridgeway Drive, Coralville, IA 52241
Oct. 9: Medical Education Research Facility (MERF)
11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 9
Medical Education Research Facility
375 Newton Road, Iowa City, IA 52242
Oct. 15: Field House
7:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 15
Field House
225 S. Grand Avenue, Iowa City, IA 52242
Part of the 2025 Health and Well-Being Fair.
Download a PDF version of the vaccination schedule.
Alternative options for getting your flu vaccine
If you can't get the vaccine at the Employee Health Clinic or one of the sites listed above, you have other options. Schedule your vaccine at UI QuickCare, UI Urgent Care, Iowa River Landing, a local pharmacy, or from your primary care provider.
The flu vaccine is covered under University of Iowa health plans and many other insurance plans.
How to get your flu shot on campus
- Sign into your ReadySet account using your HawkID and password and complete our short flu survey. You may also access ReadySet in Employee Self-Service > Benefits & Wellness > liveWELL > ReadySet Workplace Health Record.
- Bring your UI photo ID card (the Iowa One card) to the vaccination location. A UI Health Care photo ID badge is also acceptable.
- Get your flu vaccination.
ReadySet QR code:
FAQs
Who's eligible for a free vaccine?
UI faculty and staff in 50% or greater regular positions are eligible for a free vaccine. All UI Health Care employees and volunteers —regardless of percentage time worked — are eligible and encouraged to get a free flu vaccine.
What if I'm not eligible for a free vaccine?
If you don't qualify for the free flu vaccine through our employee health program, we encourage you to ask for it from your health care provider or local pharmacies. The cost may be covered by insurance.
What is ReadySet? How do I access it?
Your ReadySet account is a way to process important information while protecting your privacy. Once you have set up an account and finished the flu survey, you're ready to get vaccinated.
- Never used ReadySet before? Download ReadySet account instructions (pdf).
- Scan the QR code below using your phone's camera to get started or visit uehc.link/MyReadySet and enter your HawkID and password.
- Logged in but still need help? Walk through a step-by-step guide to the survey (pdf).
- If you need further assistance with ReadySet, email UEHCReadySet@healthcare.uiowa.edu.
How are UI Health Care employees impacted?
UI Health Care employees must receive the influenza vaccine (or decline it) in order to comply with the mandatory flu campaign.
What actions can I take to help stop the spread of germs?
The CDC recommends an annual influenza vaccination for everyone 6 months and older. In addition to receiving a flu vaccine, the CDC recommends these preventive actions that may help reduce the spread of viruses like flu:
- Wash your hands often with soap and water or use an alcohol-based hand rub.
- Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
- If you are sick, limit contact with others.
- Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze, throw the tissue in the trash after.
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth.
Visit this CDC webpage for guidance on symptoms, including influenza, the common cold, and COVID-19.
What's available for students?
Student Health will have free flu vaccines available for students. Check with Student Health for additional information.
Other information
All flu vaccines administered through University Employee Health are latex- and preservative-free.
Employees who are eligible and want to receive the high-dose vaccine recommended for ages 65+ will be able to do so at all clinic sites and at the University Employee Health Clinic.
Please contact University Employee Health Clinic at employee-health@uiowa.edu with questions or concerns.