Free flu shots coming soon for benefits-eligible faculty, staff, covered dependents

Free seasonal flu shots begin soon. Purdue offers them annually at no cost to benefits-eligible faculty and staff, along with spouses and dependents covered on a Purdue health plan. A variety of options are available — from drive-thru and walk-in clinics to participating pharmacies and local providers — so individuals can choose what works best for their schedules.

Next steps

Choose where and when to get vaccinated.

• Sept. 23-24 and Sept. 30 to Oct.1: Drive-thru flu shots at the Center for Healthy Living (CHL) — West Lafayette
• Starting Oct. 1: Walk-in flu shots at the West Lafayette CHL location but appointments required at Purdue Northwest and Purdue Fort Wayne
• September and October: Flu shot opportunities at regional campuses
• October: Flu shot events on the West Lafayette campus
• Mid-October: Flu shot opportunities in Indianapolis

CHL drive-thru hours

Drive to the south side of the CHL at 1400 W. State St., Building B, Suite C, during the following times:

• Sept. 23: 7-9 a.m.
• Sept. 24: 4-6 p.m.
• Sept. 30: 7-9 a.m.
• Oct. 1: 4-6 p.m.

Other flu shot locations

• Purdue University Pharmacy, 575 Stadium Mall Drive, has appointments available for faculty, staff, students and dependents.
• Individuals also may obtain their flu shots from their primary care provider or a participating pharmacy.

Earn incentive dollars

Flu shots are included in the 2026 Your Path Wellness Program incentive. After the vaccine is received, log in to the Your Path Portal and record vaccine information. Learn more about how to earn incentives here.

Have questions?

Contact Human Resources at 765-494-2222 or via email hr@purdue.edu.