Pre-participation Physical Examinations

1. The University of Scranton requires all freshmen and transfer students to undergo a physical examination prior to entrance into the University. The cost of this examination is the responsibility of the student-athlete and may be done by his or her personal physician. The form should be completed and returned to Student Health Services prior to entrance into the University. Physical Examination forms are available through Student Health Services at (570) 941-7667.

2. All student-athletes must sign a Medical Information Release (Microsoft Word | Adobe PDF) which will allow the Athletic Training Staff to obtain a copy of their physical examination from Student Health Services. If a student-athlete does not have a Physical Examination on file at Student Health Services, the Athletic Training staff will coordinate this examination with Student Health Services.

3. Individuals planning to try out for a team must sign a waiver in lieu of a physical exam. If they make the team, this physical exam will be required.

4. Freshman, transfer students, and returning student-athletes must complete a Medical History form (Microsoft Word | Adobe PDF). These forms must be completed accurately. Failure to inform the staff of a pre-existing condition or injury will relieve The University of Scranton of any liability relative to this condition. This form will be administered by the Athletic Training staff prior to the first organized practice and all necessary referrals will be made at this time prior to participation in intercollegiate athletics.

5. The final decision regarding participation will be made by the Team Physician and/or the appropriate specialist.