Reproductive Health Resources

  • Link to best contraceptive options.

    Ways to obtain an IUD (Intrauterine device) and Nexplanon (birth control implant):

    Prescription options near campus:

    • You can get a prescription for contraceptives such as the birth control pill or patch by making an appointment on my.WellnessPortal for “Birth Control or IUD Consult”

    • You can also make a virtual (or in person) appointment online or via phone at PPIL for the same services

    Condoms:

    • On-campus dorms should have free condoms and 10 mL lube packets available in the hallways, bathrooms, and/or house lounges

    • Free condoms and lube packets are also available at the student wellness clinic area (840 East 59th St. Suite L1100 Chicago IL, 60637).

    • Locations near campus that sell condoms: CVS and Target on E 53rd Street and Jewel-Osco on S Cottage Grove Ave

  • Take this test to find the best emergency contraceptive for you

    Emergency contraception pills:

    • The Levonorgestrel pill is available at the family planning sections or over the pharmacy counters at CVS, Target, and Jewel-Osco

    • The Ella only available via prescription.

    Funding for emergency contraceptives can be obtained through the CCSS

    • Instructions can be found here

  • Blood and urine pregnancy and STI tests are available for free at student wellness

    Other locations near campus offering testing options can be found here

    Over the counter at home pregnancy tests are available at CVS, Target, and Jewel-Osco

  • Read about the types of abortion and when you can have them here

    Here is a list of clinics that can give you an abortion/refer you to a location that provides abortion services

    You can also go through student wellness to obtain a referral to UChicago Medicine/the Ryan Center for an abortion

    Beware of “crisis pregnancy centers”!!! These are fake abortion clinics

    • You can use this website to check if the abortion provider of your choice is a verified provider and not a so-called “crisis pregnancy center”