Yes, there are a number of employment arrangements in which students can reduce their indebtedness after they complete their degree. Some of these include the National Institutes of Health, the U.S. military, and state health agencies. Also, some health care facilities will offer loan repayment incentives to potential employees. These arrangements often require the employee to commit to employment for a specific number of years. Also, students who work for a non-profit health care facility may qualify to have the balance of their loans forgiven after 10 years of repayment through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Emory medical students and recent MD graduates who choose a primary care career in pediatrics, medicine, family medicine, or geriatrics and commit to practicing in Georgia may be eligible for The Kathelen and Dan Amos Medical Student Loan Forgiveness Program: Improving Access to Primary Care in Georgia. This program offers annual awards of $40,000 - up to $160,000 maximum. More information, including eligibility requirements and FAQs, available here.
