COVID-19 Testing
COVID-19 Testing Information
COVID-19 tests have become much more readily available for those who are showing symptoms of COVID-19, were exposed to someone who has tested positive or who needs a test for travel or other purposes. This page outlines some of the ways the Linfield community can obtain a COVID-19 test.
Any Linfield University community member or guest planning to visit campus, who is showing symptoms of COVID-19, is encouraged to stay home and refrain from going to classes or other activities until they can be examined by a health care provider.
McMinnville students
McMinnville students concerned about COVID-19 can be evaluated at the Student Health, Wellness and Counseling Center. Appointments are strongly encouraged and can be made by calling 503-883-2535. And, as always, all Linfield University students are eligible to use the facility.
The Student Health, Wellness and Counseling Center has a limited number of at-home test kits at no charge to students. Students who are tested by a clinician will have their insurance billed for the test, and students are financially responsible for any charges not covered by insurance.
The Student Health, Wellness and Counseling Center, located in Walker 103, is open during the academic year from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. Outside of office hours, McMinnville students can be seen at Physicians Medical Center or Willamette Valley Medical Center.
Portland students
Portland students exhibiting symptoms of COVID-19 should reach out to their primary care providers for testing.
Note: Testing before clinicals
Some clinical sites may require nursing students to have a COVID-19 test before going to clinical. This will be the responsibility of the student to obtain their own test.
Other testing options
- Your primary care provider, local pharmacies or other retail locations.
- Walgreens in many locations is offering drive-through rapid and PCR testing by appointment. More information is available at walgreens.com.
- Statewide testing locations can be found by calling 2-1-1 or visiting 211info.org.
- A listing of no-cost COVID-19 test providers is available on the CDC website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Questions?
For questions about Linfield University and coronavirus, contact covid19ert@linfield.edu. Please direct any medical questions to the Student Health, Wellness and Counseling Center at SHLT@linfield.edu.