Financial Aid Resources

The AAMC's FIRST (Financial Information, Resources, Services, and Tools) program provides free resources to help you make wise financial decisions. Whether you’re thinking about how to afford medical school, applying for student loans, or determining your loan repayment options, you’ll find unbiased, reliable guidance from FIRST.

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Premeds

Premed Navigator

How Much Does It Cost to Attend Medical School? Here’s a Breakdown

Kumail Hussain, a medical school student at Rosalind Franklin University, provides an outline of the cost of medical school and shares money saving tips.

FIRST

Federal Direct Loans

Learn details about Federal Direct Loans for medical students such as eligibility requirements, repayment plans and how they can finance your medical education.

December 21, 2023

FIRST

Budgeting Basics and Tips

Learn about the benefits of a spending plan that can help you budget, manage and save money and be financially secure during medical school and residency.

December 22, 2023

Premed Navigator

5 Things I Wish I Knew as a Premed About How to Pay for Medical School

Third-year medical student Kevin Keith shares his tips for identifying loans, budgeting wisely, and applying for scholarships and grants.

Minorities in Medicine

Diversifying the Next Generation of Doctors: Career Fair and Workshops

Your opportunity to learn first-hand about the journey to become a future physician or scientist.

Applying to MD/PhD Programs

Financial Support for MD-PhD Trainees

To reduce financial burdens, most MD-PhD programs support trainees with a stipend and tuition scholarship during medical school and graduate school training.

Financial Aid Resources

Understanding Your Financial Aid Offer

Understand the contents of a financial aid offer and possible financial aid options that may be included in your letter.