The university maintains a health center under the supervision of the student life office. Purposes of the health service are threefold: 1) to provide a variety of health services, 2) to promote good health on campus and 3) to develop a program of health education.
Bluffton traditional undergraduate students have access to health care services 24/7 through an agreement with the Bluffton Hospital. A mid-level practitioner with prescriptive rights is on campus 20 hours a week. If students need to be seen after hours, they go to the Bluffton University Medical Clinic at the hospital. Consultations are available at no additional charge. If tests or procedures are needed (for instance, an athlete who may have a concussion) there will be a charge.
Counseling services are available to help students cope with issues, problems and concerns, including:
Counseling sessions are strictly confidential and no information is shared with any other person (including faculty, administration, staff, other students, parents, other family members) except in situations deemed to be life threatening.
An accident and sickness insurance program with hospital coverage is available at a moderate rate on a voluntary basis. The health insurance excludes dental care and surgery but does include limited special laboratory tests and X-rays. Information on this insurance program is available from business office staff.
