Health & Wellness
As a UT Dallas student, you have access to all kinds of free resources, programs, and opportunities designed with your health and wellness in mind.
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Student Health Center
The Student Health Center is the place to go for all your primary and preventative care needs. You can schedule appointments and access important health-related resources. You can even schedule a free dental screening with a local dentist!
Student Counseling Center
College life can be challenging. If you’re ever in need of mental health support and services, please contact the Student Counseling Center for free and confidential services.
They’ve got all kinds of counseling services, skills-based workshops, and self-help resources. They’ve even got a 24/7 Crisis Hotline if you’re ever experiencing a personal crisis and need to talk to someone.
Center for Students in Recovery
For students interested in recovery from either substance or process addictions, the Center for Students in Recovery offers a collegiate recovery program and community.
Student Wellness Center
The Student Wellness Center offers educational programs and consulting opportunities for UT Dallas students in the areas of nutrition, stress management, sexual health and healthy relationships, public health, and alcohol and other drugs.
University Recreation
Did you know that UT Dallas students have access to a natatorium, weightlifting and cardio equipment, a climbing wall, racquetball courts, intramurals, personal training, and group fitness classes? Contact University Recreation to learn more!
Emergency Services
UTD has various services for students experiencing medical or physical distress:
- For emergency medical care at the advanced life support level, the University Emergency Medical Response team will offer assistance and coordinate with emergency services to get you the help you need. Contact them at 972-883-2222 or sign up for an EMS training course. You can even apply to become a student volunteer with UEMR!
- Students experiencing a true medical emergency should call 911 or the UT Dallas police department (972-883-2222). You can also consult a list of clinics and hospitals near campus.
The UTD Police Department even offers free student and staff escorts anywhere on campus 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. If you’d ever like an escort, call 972-883-2222 and request one.
Check out the Police Department’s website for additional information, services, and programs that are available to members of the campus community, including self-defense training, a Student Patrol team, and crime prevention strategies.