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Review these articles to learn about postbaccalaureate programs, the cost of applying to medical school, the financial aid process, and paying for medical school.
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Before you are accepted to medical school, you will have some admissions-related costs to plan for, including the AMCAS® application service and the MCAT® exam.
- August 12, 2024
While the process of applying for financial aid varies by medical school, here are some universal steps to help you get started. Always check with the financial aid office at your medical school for specific instructions.
- July 25, 2024
As a nontraditional student, you may have additional choices and details to consider prior to starting medical school; however, there are resources to help you with these decisions along the way.
- June 28, 2024
Some college graduates consider a postbaccalaureate premedical program or coursework to be a stronger, more qualified medical school applicant. When researching these programs, make sure to consider any financial implications that may have an impact on your present and future situation.
- July 25, 2024
Attending medical school is expensive, and most medical students will need to borrow federal student loans to cover their medical school’s cost of attendance. Below is a list of 10 questions to help you get a conversation started with the financial aid office professionals at the medical schools you are considering attending.
- October 22, 2024
The FIRST (Financial Information, Resources, Services, and Tools) program can help you make a smooth, successful, and informed transition to medical school. This is probably one of the biggest financial and personal investments of your life. Utilize the resources available to make wise and knowledgeable decisions about your future.
- July 1, 2024
An aid offer is an official notification from a school where you have been accepted. It outlines the financial aid you are eligible to receive at that medical school. Understanding your financial aid offer can be a little confusing, but the following information can help you.
- July 1, 2024
Becoming a doctor or physician-scientist, is a good career choice, both socially and financially. Although medical school may be expensive, there are options available for financing your education.
- October 31, 2024
Find out more about how to handle taking a break in your medical education.
- July 25, 2024