Helpful Links
- Emory University Office of Financial Aid
- Emory University Student Accounts and Billing: Distribute bills, accept payment for tuition and fees, and process refunds
- CSS PROFILE
- U.S. Department of Education: Official information on federal financial aid programs, including eligibility requirements and options for loan repayment
- Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC): A wealth of information on financing your medical education and tools for financial literacy
- SmartPath: A financial wellness benefit provided by Emory School of Medicine. You have access to one-on-one coaching (including student loan and budgeting while you’re in school) and daily classes on personal finance. Register today for a class or schedule a meeting with one of SmartPath's certified financial coaches.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the total cost of attendance?
- What scholarships and grants are available, and how do I apply for them?
- What loan options are available to students and how can they receive assistance managing their debt?
- How can students reduce their potential medical school loan debt?
- When can you expect to receive your refund to assist with indirect costs, such as rent?
What is the total cost of attendance?
The Cost of Attendance (COA) is an estimated total cost for a student to attend school for a full academic year. It includes tuition and fees, books and supplies, room and board, transportation, and personal expenses. Each college determines its own COA, which is used to calculate financial aid eligibility.
See MD Program Costs
What scholarships and grants are available, and how do they apply for them?
See Types of Aid
What loan options are available to students and how can they receive assistance managing their debt?
See Loan Options
- Federal Direct Graduate Unsubsidized Loans
- Federal Direct Graduate PLUS Loans
- Private Student Loan Programs
- Emory University Institutional Loans
SmartPath:You have access to one-on-one coaching (including student loan and budgeting while you are in school) and daily classes on personal finance. This financial wellness benefit is provided by Emory School of Medicine.
How can students reduce their potential medical school loan debt?
Students can take control of their education finances and minimize the need for student loans by proactively pursuing several strategies before an during their studies:
- Actively search for and apply to various scholarships.
- Limit living Expenses: Consider cost-effective housing options like sharing an apartment with roommates. Prioritize necessities over luxuries and be mindful of daily expenses.
- Only borrow what you need: Calculate essential expenses and borrow only enough to cover the gap after all other aid/resources are considered.
- You have access to one-on-one coaching (including student loan and budgeting while you are in school) and daily classes on personal finance through SmartPath. This financial wellness benefit is provided by Emory School of Medicine.
When can you expect to receive your refund to assist with their indirect costs, such as rent?
The projected financial aid disbursement dates are set by the central Financial Aid Office. Please reach out to gradfinaid@emory.edu or Maria Carthon for further details.