Contraception

University Health Services provides education about and access to a wide variety of contraceptive methods. Through our Women's Health Clinic, we offer: prescriptions for the birth control pill and the ring; diaphragm prescription fitting and; administration of the Depo-Provera shot; and insertion of both the ParaGard® and Mirena® IUD/IUC. Prior to seeing a provider in the Women's Health Clinic, you can learn more about each of these methods and figure out which one is right for you by attending a Methods of Contraception Class.

Emergency contraception (sold as Plan B One-Step®) is available without a prescription at the UHS Pharmacy for students ages 18 and over. If you are 17 or under, call the Nurse Advice Line at (512) 475-6877 in order to get Plan B One-Step®.

Condoms are the only method that provide protection against both pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Condom education is a part of the Methods of Contraception Class. Condoms are available for purchase in the UHS Pharmacy and for free at the Health Promotion Resource Center.

You can learn more about the different methods by clicking the links below.