Your well-being is our priority. Menlo College offers a range of health and wellness resources to support students, faculty, and staff in staying healthy and thriving during their time on campus.
Domestic students are highly encouraged to have health insurance and be familiar with their coverage in the local area. As of August 1, 2025 Menlo College will no longer offer a health insurance plan for domestic students for the 2025-2026 school year; TimelyCare will remain available to all students, providing telehealth and mental health services.
Student-athletes are required to have health insurance, which will be verified—specific qualifications may apply, so please check with the Athletics Office for details. International students must purchase the school’s health insurance plan, with more information available in May 2025.
Staying healthy is an important part of being successful in college. To help you find medical care when you need it, we have provided the following list of health care resources.
As a Menlo student, you should establish a relationship with an internal medicine physician. Your primary care doctor will be your main point of contact for working with the health care system while you are here at Menlo.
For more information about why you need a primary care doctor and how to find one, click here.
For emergency care, Stanford Hospital, Sequoia Hospital, and Kaiser Permanente Redwood City (Kaiser only) are nearby. Urgent care services are also available at Palo Alto Medical Foundation and Stanford Express Care.
If you have questions regarding your insurance or finding a local physician, we will be happy to assist you. Please call 650-543-3701 or stop by the Office of Student Affairs in the Administration Building.
Students can access immediate Talk Now support or schedule teletherapy appointments through TimelyCare using their Menlo email address. TimelyCare also offers on-demand and scheduled telehealth services, providing access to medical providers 24/7 for a wide range of common conditions, including:
With TimelyCare, you can receive prompt and convenient care whenever you need it.
In addition to the TimelyCare app, Menlo College students have access to on-campus mental health services, including support from a counselor in the Student Affairs Office. Students can make counseling appointments with our on-site mental health counselor on weekdays during the school year. The counselor’s office is conveniently located within the Student Affairs Office.
Menlo College’s Oak Shack pantry, in partnership with Second Harvest of Silicon Valley, provides free food and essential items to students, faculty, and staff. The pantry receives fresh food donations every week and is open for all to access.
Located in the Student Union for meditation, yoga, or any relaxation you might need.
The Menlo Fitness Center is a co-educational fitness space that is located in close proximity to the residence halls. The center, open to all Menlo students and staff, contains exercise equipment that is designed to provide individuals with a total body workout.
Alcohol Addiction Resources Confidential help available 24/7 at 1-800-839-1686.
Rape Trauma Service
Provides 24-hour crisis counseling, outreach and advocacy services for survivors of sexual assault, their families and friends.
CORA Support for those affected by intimate partner abuse.
LGBTQ+ Support The Trevor Project crisis line for LGBTQ+ youth.
STI/HIV Testing
Appointments by drop-in only.
Menlo College COVID-19 Response
For information and updates about our policy in regards to COVID-19.
