While some students are being told that the Indian vaccine is not recognised, many others are yet to get clear details. As such, many are waiting for the arrival of vaccines by Pfizer, Moderna and Johnson & Johnson, which have been approved by the US.
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With the vaccination drive soon to be open to those aged 18 and above, students planning to go abroad for studies will have to ensure that they are taking only those vaccines that are recognised in the country they are going to, especially in the case of the United States. This has created significant confusion as students are getting different information from different corners.
While some students are being told that the Indian vaccine is not recognised, many others are yet to get clear details. As such, many are waiting for the arrival of vaccines by Pfizer, Moderna and Johnson & Johnson, which have been approved by the US.
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“The North Carolina State University has stated on its website that candidates may get vaccinated but they will still have to stay in a quarantine facility after arriving as the immigration does not recognise vaccines available here,” said Alisha B, adding that while there are some universities who have specified such points, there are many who have not.
“Now I don’t know if I should get vaccinated. I have to go for the fall semester that begins in August. If I decide not to take a vaccine till I reach US, considering this confusion, I am still stressed because everyone in my family is vaccinated by now,” added Alisha, who is planning to pursue a Masters in data science. Like North Carolina State University, Stevens Institute of Technology, too, has a similar message. Many universities have also mentioned that there will be vaccination drives for students on campus to ensure complete safety. As such some students are also opting to wait.
“At Purdue University, only the vaccine by Serum Institute of India is recognised but not Covaxin,” said Sukanya Raut, who is planning to do a Masters in computers. “It is very important that each student consults the university they plan to join to get clarity as the situation is different in different parts of the US itself. Other countries, too, have varied regulations. This is why vaccines widely used in the US should also be offered in India,” Raut added.
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