Quarantine + Isolation

Students who test positive for COVID-19 will be asked to isolate in their room or residence.

In general …

Those who have tested positive for COVID-19 are encouraged to stay away from others until symptom subside
Students can end isolation when:
- Their symptoms are improving and
- They have had no fever for the past 24 hours without the use of fever-reducing medication.

Isolation procedures

You are encouraged to isolate until symptoms improve and no fever is present without the use of fever-reducing medication
While in isolation, you are not permitted to attend class and should coordinate with your instructors for either remote access or makeup of classwork
If you continue to have a fever or your symptoms are not improving, you are encouraged to remain in isolation until symptoms resolve
If you want to discuss if you are eligible for anti-viral medication or are concerned about your symptoms, you can contact Student Health and Well-Being Primary Care to schedule a telemedicine visit.
- Homewood campus: 410-516-8270
- East Baltimore: 410-955-3250
- All other students: 410-516-8270
- Calls received after hours will be triaged by our Nurse Advice Line. All messages will be returned on the next business day.
If you are experiencing severe symptoms, call 911 or go to your local emergency department. Emergency symptoms include:
- Shortness of breath
- Persistent chest pain or chest pressure
- Confusion
- Pale, gray, or blue-ish skin, lips, or nail beds

If a student tests positive for COVID-19, they are encouraged to stay away from others until symptoms subside. Students can end isolation when their symptoms are improving and they have had no fever for the past 24 hours without the use of fever-reducing medication.
Students may leave their residence hall to pick up meals from dining halls.

If a student tests positive for COVID-19, they are encouraged to stay away from others until symptoms subside.