Columbia Students: Do You Know What to Do if You Get COVID-19?

Guidance about what to do if you get or are exposed to COVID-19.

Editor's note:

12/15/2025: Updated guide to respiratory illness and resource navigation service.

By
Columbia University Public Health Working Group
September 11, 2023

As the Fall term goes into full swing, Columbia Health published a short guide for Columbia students curious about what they should do if they get COVID-19 or are exposed. Learn more about vaccination at Columbia Health.

For those who test positive for COVID-19

This guide includes next steps and best practices on:

  1. Housing
  2. Food
  3. Academics
  4. Well-being
  5. Ending isolation

For help navigating resources, students can schedule a health-promotion appointment.

For students who are exposed

This guide includes next steps based on your symptoms.