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    Top 104 Med School Scholarships in July 2024

    Will Geiger Written by Will Geiger
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    Will Geiger is the co-founder of Scholarships360 and has a decade of experience in college admissions and financial aid. He is a former Senior Assistant Director of Admissions at Kenyon College where he personally reviewed 10,000 admissions applications and essays. Will also managed the Kenyon College merit scholarship program and served on the financial aid appeals committee. He has also worked as an Associate Director of College Counseling at a high school in New Haven, Connecticut. Will earned his master’s in education from the University of Pennsylvania and received his undergraduate degree in history from Wake Forest University.

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    Updated: July 17th, 2024

    According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, doctors are among the highest paid professionals, earning over $200,000 per year on average. However, according to the National Center for Educational Statistics, the average medical school student will also accumulate roughly $250,000 in student loan debt. So, while doctors can expect to earn a high salary, many prospective medical students must rely heavily on medical school scholarships to finance their education.

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    Thermo Fisher Scientific Antibody Scholarship Program

    Offered by Thermo Fisher Scientific

    6 awards worth up to $10,000
    Expected deadline May 2025
    Grade Level College & Graduate Students

    Offered by Thermo Fisher Scientific

    Are you a postsecondary student majoring in life science or a related field? If so, consider applying for the Thermo Fisher Scientific Antibody Scholarship Program!…Show More

    Are you a postsecondary student majoring in life science or a related field? If so, consider applying for the Thermo Fisher Scientific Antibody Scholarship Program!…Show More

    Are you a postsecondary student majoring in life science or a related field? If so, consider applying for the Thermo Fisher Scientific Antibody Scholarship Program! The scholarship is open to undergraduate and graduate students in the U.S. who are majoring in a life science or a related field. Thermo Fisher Scientific, an American supplier of scientific instrumentation, reagents, consumables, and software services, funds the scholarship. They are dedicated to providing innovative technologies and services to help make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. Every year, they offer multiple awards worth up to $10,000 to help recipients fund their educational costs. If you are a life science student and would like some help paying for your education, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

    6 awards worth up to $10,000
    Expected deadline May 2025
    Grade Level College & Graduate Students
    Get Started

    Tylenol Future Care Scholarship

    Offered by Tylenol

    35 awards worth $5,000 - $10,000
    Deadline Aug 1, 2024
    Grade Level College Seniors & Graduate Students

    Offered by Tylenol

    The Tylenol Future Care Scholarship is funded by Tylenol, a pharmaceutical company dedicated to providing its customers with care. Each year, their Tylenol Future Care…Show More

    The Tylenol Future Care Scholarship is funded by Tylenol, a pharmaceutical company dedicated to providing its customers with care. Each year, their Tylenol Future Care…Show More

    The Tylenol Future Care Scholarship is funded by Tylenol, a pharmaceutical company dedicated to providing its customers with care. Each year, their Tylenol Future Care Scholarship awards up to $10,000 to thirty-five (35) incoming and current students enrolled in medical, pharmacy, or nursing school. If this scholarship sounds like a fit for you, keep on reading for more application details.Show Less

    35 awards worth $5,000 - $10,000
    Deadline Aug 1, 2024
    Grade Level College Seniors & Graduate Students
    Get Started

    “Tuition Solution” Scholarship for STEM Students

    This scholarship has been verified by the scholarship providing organization.

    Offered by Scholarships360

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    1 award worth $500
    Deadline Jan 31, 2025
    Grade Level HS Upperclassmen, College & Graduate Students

    Offered by Scholarships360

    Exclusive

    Do you like figuring out solutions to difficult problems? Well, if you’re a current or aspiring STEM major, we have one for you! Our $500…Show More

    Do you like figuring out solutions to difficult problems? Well, if you’re a current or aspiring STEM major, we have one for you! Our $500…Show More

    Do you like figuring out solutions to difficult problems? Well, if you’re a current or aspiring STEM major, we have one for you! Our $500 “Tuition Solution” Scholarship is meant for high school juniors and seniors (graduating class of 2024 or 2025), as well as undergraduate and graduate students enrolled during the 2023-24 academic year who are looking for ways to fund their postsecondary education in STEM. In order to apply, you must write an essay about how your passion for STEM started and how the scholarship will help you fulfill your dreams. No matter which STEM field ignites your interest, we look forward to reading your essays. Please note that applicants will be reviewed based on both the quality of their essay and quantity of scholarships applied for on the Scholarships360 platform. Scholarships360 users who are more active on the platform will be given higher consideration. Apply today - it’s time to cell-e-brate you!Show Less

    1 award worth $500
    Deadline Jan 31, 2025
    Grade Level HS Upperclassmen, College & Graduate Students
    Apply

    NHSC Scholarship Program

    Offered by National Health Service Corps

    Multiple awards worth Varies
    Expected deadline April 2025
    Grade Level Graduate Students

    Offered by National Health Service Corps

    Are you pursuing a graduate degree in medicine or dentistry, or a postgraduate degree or certificate in nurse-midwifery education, physician assistant education, or nurse practitioner…Show More

    Are you pursuing a graduate degree in medicine or dentistry, or a postgraduate degree or certificate in nurse-midwifery education, physician assistant education, or nurse practitioner…Show More

    Are you pursuing a graduate degree in medicine or dentistry, or a postgraduate degree or certificate in nurse-midwifery education, physician assistant education, or nurse practitioner education? Further, are you willing to commit to providing primary health care services to underserved communities? If so, the NHSC Scholarship Program may be a great opportunity for you! Each year, the scholarship covers the tuition costs of multiple recipients who are willing to commit to two years of service in exchange for one year of funding, in addition to providing them a monthly stipend and an annual payment to cover "other reasonable costs." If this scholarship sounds like a fit for you, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

    Multiple awards worth Varies
    Expected deadline April 2025
    Grade Level Graduate Students
    Get Started

    “Gutsy Graduate Student” Essay Scholarship

    This scholarship has been verified by the scholarship providing organization.

    Offered by Scholarships360

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    1 award worth $500
    Deadline Jan 31, 2025
    Grade Level Graduate Students

    Offered by Scholarships360

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    Ok, so first question–why is this scholarship named the “Gutsy” Graduate Student Essay Scholarship? If you are enrolled in graduate school (during the 2024-25 academic…Show More

    Ok, so first question–why is this scholarship named the “Gutsy” Graduate Student Essay Scholarship? If you are enrolled in graduate school (during the 2024-25 academic…Show More

    Ok, so first question–why is this scholarship named the “Gutsy” Graduate Student Essay Scholarship? If you are enrolled in graduate school (during the 2024-25 academic year) or have heard stories from those enrolled, you already know! “Gutsy” means courageous and determined, which nearly all successful graduate students are. Why else would one continue on with rigorous academics while often living on a shoestring? The rewards of graduate school are numerous, especially the more focused and advanced level of specialized study in your chosen field. Learning with like-minded people who share your passion is fulfilling, and the networking is awesome. The flipside of graduate school is the costly student loans to fund it. With this in mind, the "Gutsy" Graduate Student Essay Scholarship aims to help out a passionate graduate student who is actively looking for ways to fund their higher education journey. Please note that applicants will be reviewed based on both the quality of their essay and quantity of scholarships applied for on the Scholarships360 platform. Scholarships360 users who are more active on the platform will be given higher consideration. Good luck on your educational journey, and we hope to read your application! Show Less

    1 award worth $500
    Deadline Jan 31, 2025
    Grade Level Graduate Students
    Apply

    $10,000 “No Essay” Scholarship

    This scholarship has been verified by the scholarship providing organization.

    Offered by Scholarships360

    Exclusive
    1 award worth $10,000
    Deadline Jun 30, 2025
    Grade Level All Grade Levels

    Offered by Scholarships360

    Exclusive

    The Scholarships360 $10,000 “No Essay” Scholarship is open to all students who want some extra help paying for their education. Whether you are a high…Show More

    The Scholarships360 $10,000 “No Essay” Scholarship is open to all students who want some extra help paying for their education. Whether you are a high…Show More

    The Scholarships360 $10,000 “No Essay” Scholarship is open to all students who want some extra help paying for their education. Whether you are a high school student who hopes to go to college, a graduate student who’s in a master’s program, or an adult learner who wants to return to school, you are eligible for our no essay scholarship. This scholarship will be awarded to students who get the most out of Scholarships360 scholarships and content. You will be a strong applicant if you apply to scholarships with the Scholarships360 platform. Finalists for this scholarship will be interviewed about their process for funding their education.Show Less

    1 award worth $10,000
    Deadline Jun 30, 2025
    Grade Level All Grade Levels
    Apply

    $2,000 Sallie Mae Scholarship

    This scholarship has been verified by the scholarship providing organization.

    Offered by Sallie Mae

    Easy Application
    1 award worth $2,000
    Deadline Jul 31, 2024
    Grade Level HS Upperclassmen, College & Graduate Students

    Offered by Sallie Mae

    Easy Application

    Sallie Mae will award $2,000 each month to eligible entrants. No essay or account sign-ups, just a simple scholarship for those seeking help paying for…

    Sallie Mae will award $2,000 each month to eligible entrants. No essay or account sign-ups, just a simple scholarship for those seeking help paying for…

    Sallie Mae will award $2,000 each month to eligible entrants. No essay or account sign-ups, just a simple scholarship for those seeking help paying for school.

    1 award worth $2,000
    Deadline Jul 31, 2024
    Grade Level HS Upperclassmen, College & Graduate Students
    Apply

    Michael Moody Fitness Scholarship

    Offered by Michael Moody

    1 award worth $1,500
    Deadline Aug 1, 2024
    Grade Level High School Seniors, College & Graduate Students

    Offered by Michael Moody

    Are you a high school senior, undergraduate, or graduate student who is majoring in and planning on pursuing a career in a health or fitness-oriented…Show More

    Are you a high school senior, undergraduate, or graduate student who is majoring in and planning on pursuing a career in a health or fitness-oriented…Show More

    Are you a high school senior, undergraduate, or graduate student who is majoring in and planning on pursuing a career in a health or fitness-oriented field? You might consider applying for the Michael Moody Fitness Scholarship! Each year, the scholarship awards $1,500 to one such student who has demonstrated outstanding achievements both in and out of school. In order to apply, you must answer a series of three essay questions and complete the online application. If selected as a finalist, you will also be asked to send in your transcript and one letter of recommendation. If you’d like some financial help on your journey to improve others’ health, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

    1 award worth $1,500
    Deadline Aug 1, 2024
    Grade Level High School Seniors, College & Graduate Students
    Get Started

    BigFuture $40k Essay-Free Scholarship

    This scholarship has been verified by the scholarship providing organization.

    Offered by The College Board

    Easy Application
    1 award worth $40,000
    Deadline Oct 31, 2024
    Grade Level High School Senior

    Offered by The College Board

    Easy Application

    Open to US-Based high school students in the class of 2025 — no essay, minimum GPA, test score, or citizenship requirements.

    Open to US-Based high school students in the class of 2025 — no essay, minimum GPA, test score, or citizenship requirements.

    Open to US-Based high school students in the class of 2025 — no essay, minimum GPA, test score, or citizenship requirements.

    1 award worth $40,000
    Deadline Oct 31, 2024
    Grade Level High School Senior
    Apply

    Nurses Make a Difference Scholarship

    Offered by Cascade Healthcare Solutions

    1 award worth $1,000
    Deadline Aug 1, 2024
    Grade Level High School Seniors & College Students

    Offered by Cascade Healthcare Solutions

    Are you a current high school senior who has been accepted into a nursing program? If so, consider applying to the Nurses Make a Difference…Show More

    Are you a current high school senior who has been accepted into a nursing program? If so, consider applying to the Nurses Make a Difference…Show More

    Are you a current high school senior who has been accepted into a nursing program? If so, consider applying to the Nurses Make a Difference Scholarship! Each year, Cascade Healthcare Solutions offers a $1,000 scholarship to an aspiring nurse. In order to apply, students must submit an essay in which they detail the impact that they hope to make as a nurse. Essays will be evaluated based on quality, thoughtfulness, and relevance to the topic. If you have dreams of being a nurse and want to put your writing skills to the test, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

    1 award worth $1,000
    Deadline Aug 1, 2024
    Grade Level High School Seniors & College Students
    Get Started

    Niche $10,000 “No Essay” Scholarship

    This scholarship has been verified by the scholarship providing organization.

    Offered by Niche

    Easy Application
    1 award worth $10,000
    Deadline Jul 31, 2024
    Grade Level All Grade Levels

    Offered by Niche

    Easy Application

    Easy scholarship open to all high school and college students, as well as anyone looking to attend college or graduate school in the next year!

    Easy scholarship open to all high school and college students, as well as anyone looking to attend college or graduate school in the next year!

    Easy scholarship open to all high school and college students, as well as anyone looking to attend college or graduate school in the next year!

    1 award worth $10,000
    Deadline Jul 31, 2024
    Grade Level All Grade Levels
    Apply

    Students for Healthcare Equity Scholarship

    Offered by GoodRx Helps

    Multiple awards worth $5,000
    Deadline Aug 2, 2024
    Grade Level College Students

    Offered by GoodRx Helps

    Are you a current healthcare student from an underrepresented minority group? If so, the Students for Healthcare Equity Scholarship may be a great opportunity for…Show More

    Are you a current healthcare student from an underrepresented minority group? If so, the Students for Healthcare Equity Scholarship may be a great opportunity for…Show More

    Are you a current healthcare student from an underrepresented minority group? If so, the Students for Healthcare Equity Scholarship may be a great opportunity for you! Each year, the scholarship awards $5,000 to multiple current undergraduates who are pursuing a healthcare or allied healthcare career at an accredited program recognized by the student’s state. Applicants must also be from an underrepresented group in healthcare and hold a minimum 3.0 GPA. The scholarship may be renewed for up to three years, allowing recipients to earn a total of $20,000 in scholarship money throughout their undergraduate career. If this scholarship sounds like a fit for you, keep on reading for more application details.Show Less

    Multiple awards worth $5,000
    Deadline Aug 2, 2024
    Grade Level College Students
    Get Started

    United Health Foundation/NMF Diverse Medical Scholars Program

    Offered by The United Health Foundation (UHF) & National Medical Fellowships (NMF)

    Multiple awards worth $7,000
    Deadline Aug 12, 2024
    Grade Level Graduate Students

    Offered by The United Health Foundation (UHF) & National Medical Fellowships (NMF)

    The United Health Foundation/NMF Diverse Medical Scholars Program is funded by The United Health Foundation (UHF) & National Medical Fellowships (NMF), an organization that provides…Show More

    The United Health Foundation/NMF Diverse Medical Scholars Program is funded by The United Health Foundation (UHF) & National Medical Fellowships (NMF), an organization that provides…Show More

    The United Health Foundation/NMF Diverse Medical Scholars Program is funded by The United Health Foundation (UHF) & National Medical Fellowships (NMF), an organization that provides scholarships and support for underrepresented students in medicine and the health professions. Each year, their United Health Foundation/NMF Diverse Medical Scholars Program awards $7,000 to multiple second-, third-, and fourth-year underrepresented medical students who are dedicated to serving underserved communities. In addition to the monetary reward, recipients will be required to complete their program requirements between December and June following the application deadline. Some of these include: completing 200 service-learning hours in an underserved community, writing a report on a community health project, creating a poster to be displayed at the program's culminating event, and participating in and presenting at this event. If this scholarship sounds like a fit for you, keep on reading for more application details!Show Less

    Multiple awards worth $7,000
    Deadline Aug 12, 2024
    Grade Level Graduate Students
    Get Started

    $10,000 CollegeXpress Scholarship

    This scholarship has been verified by the scholarship providing organization.

    Offered by CollegeXpress

    Easy Application
    1 award worth $10,000
    Deadline May 1, 2025
    Grade Level High School Students

    Offered by CollegeXpress

    Easy Application

    Annual $10k scholarship from CollegeXpress open to all high school freshmen, sophomores, juniors and seniors.

    Annual $10k scholarship from CollegeXpress open to all high school freshmen, sophomores, juniors and seniors.

    Annual $10k scholarship from CollegeXpress open to all high school freshmen, sophomores, juniors and seniors.

    1 award worth $10,000
    Deadline May 1, 2025
    Grade Level High School Students
    Apply

    Blair County Medical Society Scholarship

    Offered by The Foundation of the Pennsylvania Medical Society

    1 award worth $2,500
    Deadline Sep 30, 2024
    Grade Level Graduate Students

    Offered by The Foundation of the Pennsylvania Medical Society

    The Blair County Medical Society Scholarship is open to medical students who have resided in Blair County, Pennsylvania for at least 12 months prior to…Show More

    The Blair County Medical Society Scholarship is open to medical students who have resided in Blair County, Pennsylvania for at least 12 months prior to…Show More

    The Blair County Medical Society Scholarship is open to medical students who have resided in Blair County, Pennsylvania for at least 12 months prior to registering as a medical student (not including time spent attending an undergraduate/graduate school in Pennsylvania). To apply, students must provide two reference letters, from persons other than family members, documenting the applicant's integrity, interpersonal skills, and potential as a physician. One letter must be from either a medical school professor or a physician. If you're a medical student in Blair County, Pennsylvania, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more, and keep on making a difference.Show Less

    1 award worth $2,500
    Deadline Sep 30, 2024
    Grade Level Graduate Students
    Get Started

    Lycoming County Medical Society Scholarship

    Offered by The Foundation of the Pennsylvania Medical Society

    3 awards worth $4,000
    Deadline Sep 30, 2024
    Grade Level Graduate Students

    Offered by The Foundation of the Pennsylvania Medical Society

    The Lycoming County Medical Society Scholarship is open to medical students who are residents of Lycoming County, Pennsylvania. Eligible applicants must have been Lycoming County…Show More

    The Lycoming County Medical Society Scholarship is open to medical students who are residents of Lycoming County, Pennsylvania. Eligible applicants must have been Lycoming County…Show More

    The Lycoming County Medical Society Scholarship is open to medical students who are residents of Lycoming County, Pennsylvania. Eligible applicants must have been Lycoming County residents for at least 12 months prior to registering as medical students. Each year, two students enrolled in an allopathic or osteopathic medical school win $2,000 each towards their education. The scholarship accepts applications from July 1st to September 30th of every year. If you’re eligible, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

    3 awards worth $4,000
    Deadline Sep 30, 2024
    Grade Level Graduate Students
    Get Started

    $25k “Be Bold” No-Essay Scholarship

    This scholarship has been verified by the scholarship providing organization.

    Offered by Bold.org

    Easy Application
    1 award worth $25,000
    Deadline Aug 1, 2024
    Grade Level All Grade Levels

    Offered by Bold.org

    Easy Application

    Open to high school students, college students, community college students, and graduate students.

    Open to high school students, college students, community college students, and graduate students.

    Open to high school students, college students, community college students, and graduate students.

    1 award worth $25,000
    Deadline Aug 1, 2024
    Grade Level All Grade Levels
    Apply

    Montgomery County Medical Society – William W. Lander, MD, Medical Student Scholarship

    Offered by The Foundation of the Pennsylvania Medical Society

    2 awards worth $2,500
    Deadline Sep 30, 2024
    Grade Level Graduate Students

    Offered by The Foundation of the Pennsylvania Medical Society

    The William W. Lander, MD, Medical Student Scholarship is open to qualified medical students who reside in Montgomery County of  Pennsylvania. Applicants must have been…Show More

    The William W. Lander, MD, Medical Student Scholarship is open to qualified medical students who reside in Montgomery County of  Pennsylvania. Applicants must have been…Show More

    The William W. Lander, MD, Medical Student Scholarship is open to qualified medical students who reside in Montgomery County of  Pennsylvania. Applicants must have been residents of Montgomery County at the time of high school graduation or for at least four years prior to registering as medical students. Each year, two $2,500 awards will be awarded to students who meet such eligibility criteria and are enrolled in a fully-accredited United States medical school. The scholarship accepts applications from July 1st to September 30th of every year. If you're eligible, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

    2 awards worth $2,500
    Deadline Sep 30, 2024
    Grade Level Graduate Students
    Get Started

    $1,000 Appily Easy College Money Scholarship

    This scholarship has been verified by the scholarship providing organization.

    Offered by Appily

    Easy Application
    Monthly awards worth $1,000
    Deadline Jul 31, 2024
    Grade Level High School Students & College Underclassmen

    Offered by Appily

    Easy Application

    This easy scholarship from Appily is open to U.S. high school students (Class of 2025, 2026, 2027) and college transfer students. One scholarship will be…Show More

    This easy scholarship from Appily is open to U.S. high school students (Class of 2025, 2026, 2027) and college transfer students. One scholarship will be…Show More

    This easy scholarship from Appily is open to U.S. high school students (Class of 2025, 2026, 2027) and college transfer students. One scholarship will be awarded each month.Show Less

    Monthly awards worth $1,000
    Deadline Jul 31, 2024
    Grade Level High School Students & College Underclassmen
    Apply

    $5,000 Christian Connector Scholarship

    This scholarship has been verified by the scholarship providing organization.

    Offered by Christian Connector

    Easy Application
    1 award worth $5,000
    Deadline May 31, 2025
    Grade Level High School Students

    Offered by Christian Connector

    Easy Application

    Students applying to the $5,000 Christian Connector Scholarship must be current high school students (Class of 2025, 2026, or 2027) interested in attending a Christian…

    Students applying to the $5,000 Christian Connector Scholarship must be current high school students (Class of 2025, 2026, or 2027) interested in attending a Christian…

    Students applying to the $5,000 Christian Connector Scholarship must be current high school students (Class of 2025, 2026, or 2027) interested in attending a Christian university or college.

    1 award worth $5,000
    Deadline May 31, 2025
    Grade Level High School Students
    Apply
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    Top 3 Med School Scholarships Overall

    We went through all our scholarships for med school students and hand-selected the opportunities below based on three criteria:

    1. The scholarship is from a well-known organization that has been offering the opportunity for several years
    2. The award amount is substantial
    3. The eligibility information is not too narrow, so many students can apply

    Here are our picks for the overall top 3 scholarships for medical school:

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    How to win medical school scholarships

    Remember, finding scholarship opportunities is only half of the task involved in earning funds for your education. Once you’ve found some good fits from our list, it’s time to start applying. Before you begin your applications, sit down and do some reflection to decide what approach you’ll take. Ask yourselves some questions and write down the answers with no regard to grammar, word limits, or anything like that; just get them out on the page to pull from as you begin to write. Here are a few questions you might ask:

    • When did I first become interested in medicine?
    • What change do I hope to make in the world through my career as a doctor?
    • When have I demonstrated skills that indicate my potential as a future doctor?
    • Where do I see myself in 10 years?

    You can also try asking these questions to your friends, family, and other trusted adults. Oftentimes, they have some insight into your past accomplishments that you wouldn’t have otherwise thought of.

    Writing your essays

    Writing scholarship essays is an art, and we are here to teach you how to do it as efficiently as possible. We have guides to help with every aspect, such as starting your essay, writing to a 250 or 500 word limit, and answering the common prompt, “Why do you deserve this scholarship?”. Here are a few more articles to help you out:

    Need-based financial aid for medical school

    Medical school students can also apply for need based financial aid to pay for their M.D. There are two main applications that students should know about when thinking about need-based financial aid:

    • FAFSA or Free Application for Federal Student Aid is how financial aid from the federal government is awarded, which includes federal student loans.
    • CSS Profile is a financial aid application offered by the College Board. The CSS Profile is how some medical schools will award institutional financial aid, which can include grants, scholarships, and student loans. Yale School of Medicine is one medical school that uses the CSS Profile for both scholarships and Yale student loans.

    Students who need even more financial aid can consider private student loans. Remember, these private loans should be a last resort as they may have higher interest rates and less flexible repayment options than loans from the federal government.

    Related: Medical intern vs. resident: What’s the difference?

    Frequently asked questions

    Can doctors qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness?

    Doctors who work in a non-profit or public sector and make regular loan payments for ten years should be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. This would mean that any remaining federal loan balance after those ten years would be forgiven; they would never have to repay it.

    It’s worth noting that PSLF has a notoriously strict set of rules for eligibility, so if you plan to take advantage of the program, be sure to educate yourself on all of the stipulations to ensure that you fulfill them.

    Also see: How to get PSLF as a healthcare worker

    Can you use the Pell Grant to pay for medical school?

    Only undergraduate students are eligible for the Pell Grant, so although you can use it to pay for a pre-med education, you won’t be able to use it for med school.

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