Student fees subsidize the services of Cowell Student Health Center. Students pay very small co-payments for most services. Graduate, professional, and international students must purchase a mandatory insurance plan as part of registration. Undergraduate students may purchase a voluntary plan. For more information, call 752-2612, or visit the Patient Accounts Office at Cowell Student Health Center.
Services are for acute medical illness and injury care.
Appointments are not required, but students are encouraged to call the Advice Nurse before coming for care. Physician specialists are available upon referral from a primary care provider. Laboratory, x-ray, pharmacy and physical therapy services are also available. The Health Education Program at Cowell promotes student health through trained peer counselors, health educators, workshops and resource libraries. PCAs offer mentoring services to fellow UC Davis student athletes and outreach education and mentoring to area high schools.