MD Program
About the Financial Aid Program
Concerns about the cost of attending medical school and repaying loans play a large part in deciding to attend medical school. At Yale, we believe it is vital that the medical field reflects the population it serves and therefore have structured and funded our financial policies to reduce students’ debt burden and encourage students of all backgrounds to pursue their passion for research, patient care, and education at Yale.
Scholarship & Loan Commitment
- Beginning in academic year 2023-2024, admitted MD students who qualify for need-based aid commit to a $10,000 annual student loan.
- Yale covers the remainder of your calculated need–including costs for room, board, and expenses–in the form of a scholarship, which does not have to be repaid.
- Over four years, this results in loan debt of $40,000, which is significantly lower than the national median of over $200,000.
Key Financial Aid Deadlines
- February 27: New MD and PA students
- April 15: Returning Students
International Students
Learn how to apply for financial aid if you are not a permanent resident or citizen of the US. When providing international taxes, make sure documents are notarized and all amounts are transcribed to US currency.
The Office of International Students and Scholars (OISS) is available to answer immigration-related questions.
Quick Links & Resources
- MD Program Financial Aid Application Instructions
- Annual Student MD Cost of Attendance
- Scholarship & Loan Opportunities
- MD Application Instructions 2026-2027 Incoming Student
- YSM Financial Aid Application 2026-2027 Continuing Student
- YSM Financial Aid Application 2025-2026 Incoming Student
- YSM Financial Aid Application 2025-2026 Continuing Student
- Securely Upload Your Documents Here
- Billing and Payment
- Loan Repayment & Financial Literacy Resources
- Yale Hub
- Yale School of Medicine Student Emergency Aid Fund
- MD Tuition Rebate and Refund Policy
- MD Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy