FAQ: How To Pay For Medical School

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Loan changes effective 2026-2027 academic year

Sallie Mae will provide loans of up to 100% of med/dental school COA, including living expenses. Sallie Mae (Nasdaq: SLM) today announced new and expanded graduate loan options for medical and dental students, supporting students from the first year of school through the transition into clinical practice. The enhanced offerings expand credit eligibility for qualified students and provide responsible financing with competitive interest rates, no origination or application fees, and flexible repayment options that reflect the longer training timelines and financial considerations of advanced health care education. Medical and dental students face rigorous, multiyear training paths. Sallie Mae’s expanded graduate loan options are designed to support that journey, allowing students to cover up to 100% of school‑certified costs, including tuition, supplies, and living expenses, and helping ease financial pressure during school and residency while providing a clearer, more manageable tran…