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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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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.
  • December 27, 2023
Financial Aid Resources
Find the Details of Your Federal Loans
Review this information to learn how to find important details regarding federal student loans.
  • December 26, 2023
Financial Aid Resources
Medical School Costs for Nontraditional Students
Review tips and information about financial aid, costs and considerations, and money management for non-traditional students.
  • December 26, 2023
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Financial Aid Resources
You Can Afford Medical School
Although medical school may be expensive, there are options available for financing your education.
  • December 27, 2023
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Financial Aid Resources
Federal vs. Private Education Loans
Obtain information about how federal loans differ from private loans because knowing these details can make a difference when it’s time for repayment.
  • December 21, 2023
Financial Aid Resources
The Financial Aid Application Process
Learn about the steps to take when applying for financial aid.
  • December 27, 2023
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Financial Aid Resources
Residency and Relocation Loans
Learn about fourth-year medical school expenses and how relocation loans for residency are different from other forms of financial aid.
  • December 26, 2023
Financial Aid Resources
Should You Refinance Your Student Loans?
Review these questions and answers to determine if refinancing your existing federal student loans into a private loan is beneficial for you.
  • December 9, 2023
Financial Aid Resources
Taking a Break from Your Medical Education
Review information about taking a Leave of Absence (LOA) during medical school and what you need to do to manage your student loans during this time.
  • December 26, 2023
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Top 10 Questions Premeds Should Ask Medical School Financial Aid Officers
Review these questions that can be used to ignite important financial aid conversations and utilize the links to additional financial resources.
  • December 27, 2023
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