COVID-19 Testing
Testing is available on campus. For more information, please visit the University Health Center website or contact them at 361.825.2601 or email health.center@tamucc.edu.
COVID-19 Testing FAQ
How do I schedule my COVID-19 test on campus?
What happens if my test is positive for COVID-19?
I don’t have or cannot find my SandDollar$ ID. Do I need one for testing?
If I test positive, will I need a negative test to return to class or work?
Are there on-campus COVID-19 vaccines available?
COVID-19 Testing on Campus
How do I schedule my COVID-19 test on campus?
Registering for a test is no longer needed. If you need a self-administrated test, please visit the University Health Center website or contact them at 361.825.2601 or email health.center@tamucc.edu.
The tests the University is administering is the BinaxNOW COVID-19 Antigen Self-Test, which uses a self-administrated shallow nasal swab. This test has received FDA Emergency Use Authorization for self-testing without the need to ship samples to a lab or for a prescription from your healthcare provider.
What happens if my test is positive for COVID-19?
According to the CDC, those who test positive for COVID-19 should first contact their healthcare professional to discuss symptoms and receive appropriate treatment.
In addition, if you test positive, you are required to self-isolate.
Employees who test positive should notify their supervisor (via email or phone) and arrange for remote work, if possible. If remote work is not feasible, appropriate leave should be taken.
Students who test positive should notify their faculty (via email or phone) and arrange for assignments.
Faculty will work with students who must miss class due to COVID-19 quarantine/isolation to ensure those students do not miss critical instruction and assignments.
I don’t have or cannot find my SandDollar$ ID. Do I need one for testing?
Your SandDollar$ ID is your official campus ID and is used throughout campus. If you do not have one yet or cannot find it, you have two options:
- Visit the SandDollar$ ID office on the University Center first floor to get a physical copy of your card, or
- download the GET Mobile app to have a virtual copy on your phone.
Both options are outlined on the SandDollar$ website at https://www.tamucc.edu/finance-and-administration/auxiliary-services/sanddollar/index.php
Please plan to do that prior to picking up your test.
If I test positive, will I need a negative test to return to class or work?
No. Based on information from the CDC, those who test positive for COVID-19 may continue to test positive for up to 3 months after diagnosis and not be infectious to others. As a result, you DO NOT need to re-test as long as you follow the protocols listed on our COVID-19 Protocol page regarding symptoms.
Are there on-campus COVID-19 vaccines available?
There are a limited number of vaccines (by appointment only) available at the University Health Center. Appointments can be made by calling them at 361.825.2601.