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At Tufts, the well-being of our students—fundamental to both academic success and personal growth—is of the utmost importance. In line with national trends, in recent years we have seen a significant increase in the demand for mental health services by students across our schools.
In response to this escalating demand, and evolving student needs, in December 2016 the Task Force on Student Mental Health began a comprehensive assessment of student mental health at Tufts. Our goal was to develop actionable, evidence-based recommendations that would help the university better meet the mental health needs of our students. The Mental Health Task Force shared a report of its findings and recommendations with the Tufts University community in October 2019.
As Tufts continues to monitor utilization trends, evolving student needs, and the regulatory landscape, the university’s focus must expand to include greater attention to a coordinated holistic community health approach in supporting student mental health.
In pursuit of these efforts, in 2020, President Monaco convened a standing Student Mental Health Steering Committee designed to serve as an ongoing structure to continue the work started by the Mental Health Task Force.
Jacklyn Varela, Deputy Chief of Staff in the Office of the President provides project management support for the Steering Committee.
Updated January 2023
Boston Health Sciences Campus:
Talk One2One Counseling Service
800-756-3124 (Available 24/7)
Student Wellness Advising and Health Promotions
617-636-2700
Grafton Campus:
Cummings Support Center
800-756-3124 (Available 24/7)
Medford/Somerville and Boston SMFA Campuses:
Counseling and Mental Health Services
617-627-3360
Tufts has trained first responders and professional support resources available to assist with a variety of emergencies and crisis situations. Call the Tufts 24/7 Help Line at 617-627-3400 to be routed to the Counselor on Call for mental health emergencies.