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Medical School Tuition in the US and Canada in 2025

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on May 1st, 2025

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Medical school tuition is expensive, regardless of what type of medicine you practice or where you attend medical school. We talk about lots of medical schools here on our blog, and they all have one thing in common: a hefty price tag. In addition to medical school tuition, the cost of medical school extends to room and board, transportation, food and miscellaneous university costs. That’s why, in addition to writing your personal statement and filling out your AMCAS, many medical school applicants also fill out financial aid forms. 

So, exactly how much does medical school cost? That’s what we’re talking about in this article. The more informed you are regarding prices, the better decisions you can make as you apply to medical school. We’ll cover:

  • The cost of medical school in the United States
  • The cost of medical school in Canada
  • Medical school and DO school tuition rates
  • Tips for repaying student loans
  • Frequently asked question

Keep reading to learn everything you need to know concerning medical school tuition.

How Much Does Medical School Cost?

Not only is medical school tuition expensive, but the cost has gone up significantly in recent years. Ten years ago, you’d pay around $25,000 to attend a public university’s medical school. You’d pay about $42,000 to attend a private medical school. And those rates were for in-state medical school for residents. 

Non-residents forked out $44,000 for public and private universities. It might seem smarter to attend a school in your home state so that your medical school tuition is lower. But many students opt to attend medical school in a different state. Whether for the program or the experience, paying out-of-state medical school tuition is worth it.

Those rates were for 10 years ago. In 2022, the cost of medical school in Canada and the United States has significantly increased. Public universities charge over $37,000 for one year, and private universities charge over $60,000. Non-residents pay at least $60,000 per year, regardless of whether the school is private or public. 

So, how much does medical school cost for four years? You’ll average $148,000 total for a public university and $240,000 for a private university. Depending on your residency and specialty, it could take years to pay off your loans. 

Medical School Tuition / DO School Tuition in the United States

It’s important to know what is cost of medical school you’re considering. Here’s the breakdown for every medical school in the United States.

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Medical School Tution in the United States


Name of SchoolStateOut of State TuitionIn-State Tuition
University of South Carolina School of Medicine – GreenvilleSC9155747295
University of South Carolina School of Medicine – ColumbiaSC9130747045
Northeast Ohio Medical UniversityOH8616446694
University of Illinois College of MedicineIL8475951582
University of Colorado School of MedicineCO8097445020
University of South Dakota Sanford School of MedicineSD8059036204
University of Utah School of MedicineUT8051143941
University of Connecticut School of MedicineCT7999645916
University of Hawaii John A. Burns School of MedicineHI7676542109
University of Maryland School of MedicineMD7644547350
Oregon Health & Science University School of MedicineOR7639352565
University of Kentucky College of MedicineKY7385440462
Geisel School of Medicine at DartmouthNH7365973659
Stony Brook University Renaissance School of MedicineNY7320651716
Florida International University Herbert Wertheim College of MedicineFL7243941067
Tufts University School of MedicineMA7175271752
University of Missouri – Columbia School of MedicineMO7161236710
University of Southern California Keck School of MedicineCA7135371353
Florida Atlantic University Charles E. Schmidt College of MedicineFL7114034998
Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and SurgeonsNY7092571107
Rutgers New Jersey Medical SchoolNJ7087947342
Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical SchoolNJ7082847292
Harvard Medical SchoolMA7070970709
SUNY – Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical SciencesNY7055749067
Tulane University School of MedicineLA7049270492
Brown University The Warren Alpert Medical SchoolRI7049170491
Case Western Reserve University School of MedicineOH7033970339
Hackensack-Meridian School of Medicine at Seton Hall UniversityNJ7022770227
SUNY – Downstate Medical Center College of MedicineNY7025848768
The University of Toledo College of Medicine and Life SciencesOH6997138125
SUNY – Upstate Medical UniversityNY6986748377
Geisinger Commonwealth School of MedicinePA6983963539
Northwestern University The Feinberg School of MedicineIL6965869658
University of Massachusetts Medical SchoolMA6950043181
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of MedicineAR6948737317
University of Washington School of MedicineWA6935838926
Stanford University School of MedicineCA6923969239
Perelman School of Medicine University of PennsylvaniaPA6923169231
The University of Vermont Larner College of MedicineVT6914842048
Wayne State University School of MedicineMI6873241354
Yale School of MedicineCT6865068650
Weill Cornell Medical CollegeNY6862068620
Washington University in St. Louis School of MedicineMO6848068480
University of Oklahoma College of MedicineOK6846034132
University of Alabama School of MedicineAL6843535423
University of Louisville School of MedicineKY6802846276
University of Kansas School of MedicineKS6798038785
Ponce Health Sciences University School of MedicinePR6797544793
Georgetown University School of MedicineDC6787567875
Duke University School of MedicineNC6729467294
University of Rochester School of Medicine and DentistryNY6719867198
Nova Southeastern University Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Allopathic MedicineFL6719260473
Carle Illinois College of MedicineIL6715954425
Virginia Commonwealth University School of MedicineVA6715943643
Central Michigan University College of MedicineMI6686746757
Cooper Medical School of Rowan UniversityNJ6653042769
Louisiana State University – New Orleans School of MedicineLA6639138213
West Virginia University School of MedicineWV6632434815
University of South Alabama College of MedicineAL6612835124
Boston University School of MedicineMA6589065890
University of Missouri – Kansas City School of MedicineMO6586733977
Indiana University School of MedicineIN6550340120
University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of MedicineTN6544339519
University of Nevada Las Vegas School of MedicineNV6542836428
Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and ScienceIL6541365413
University of Pittsburgh School of MedicinePA6528463038
Vanderbilt University School of MedicineTN6525965259
Quinnipiac University Frank H. Netter MD School of MedicineCT6518065180
Wake Forest School of MedicineNC6504865048
Creighton University School of MedicineNE6499664996
Loyola University of Chicago Stritch School of MedicineIL6496464964
George Washington University School of Medicine and Health SciencesDC6487064870
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of MedicineNC6471237318
Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson UniversityPA6449464494
California Northstate University College of MedicineCA6441964419
New York Medical CollegeNY6405364053
Florida State University College of MedicineFL6399629444
Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva UniversityNY6392463924
Louisiana State University – Shreveport School of MedicineLA6383832016
University of Michigan Medical SchoolMI6363845188
Drexel University College of MedicinePA6357363573
Western Michigan University School of MedicineMI6350063500
Icahn School of Medicine at Mount SinaiNY6346263462
Medical College of Georgia at Augusta UniversityGA6345334529
University of Nevada Reno School of MedicineNV6336635048
Eastern Virginia Medical SchoolVA6331840041
TCU and UNTHSC School of MedicineTX6312263122
California University of Science and MedicineCA6289162891
University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health SciencesND6286534762
Marshall University Joan C. Edwards School of MedicineWV6284330059
Temple University Lewis Katz School of MedicinePA6285459598
University of Chicago Pritzker School of MedicineIL6243962439
Johns Hopkins University School of MedicineMD6239762397
University of Virginia School of MedicineVA6236051554
University of Iowa Carver College of MedicineIA6206941294
Saint Louis University School of MedicineMO6181861818
Meharry Medical College School of MedicineTN6179561795
Medical College of WisconsinWI6176558065
Albany Medical CollegeNY6174161741
Loma Linda University School of MedicineCA6160061600
Wright State University Boonshoft School of MedicineOH6135142473
Mayo Medical SchoolMN6040060400
Michigan State University College of Human MedicineMI6000833254
University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public HealthWI5996443788
University of Central Florida College of MedicineFL5897932105
University of Arizona College of Medicine – TucsonAZ5823937639
University of California – Davis School of MedicineCA5814445899
Hofstra Northwell School of MedicineNY5812958129
Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine and Research InstituteVA5802258022
University of Arizona College of Medicine – PhoenixAZ5770537105
University of Minnesota Medical SchoolMN5735841328
Rush Medical College of Rush UniversityIL5724157241
Oakland University William Beaumont School of MedicineMI5652256522
University of California – Los Angeles David Geffen School of MedicineCA5597143726
Emory University School of MedicineGA5586455864
The Ohio State University College of MedicineOH5555830638
Medical University of South Carolina College of MedicineSC5543433434
University of California – Riverside School of MedicineCA5509042665
University of California – San Francisco School of MedicineCA5503642791
University of South Florida Health Morsani College of MedicineFL5491633726
University of California – Irvine School of MedicineCA5476242517
University of California – San Diego School of MedicineCA5448342238
Pennsylvania State University College of MedicinePA5447354786
University of Cincinnati College of MedicineOH5399035726
University of Miami Miller School of MedicineFL5263952639
Morehouse School of MedicineGA5167151671
University of Florida College of MedicineFL5141339157
Howard University College of MedicineDC4986249862
University of New Mexico School of MedicineNM4955421477
Universidad Central Del Caribe School of MedicinePR4906741062
San Juan Bautista School of MedicinePR4778037780
East Tennessee State University Quillen College of MedicineTN4762737777
University of Texas Medical Branch School of MedicineTX4234927639
Baylor College of MedicineTX4094327843
University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio Joe R. and Teresa Lozano Long School of MedicineTX4041623750
University of Houston College of MedicineTX4017727077
University of Texas Southwestern Medical SchoolTX3798624886
University of Texas at Austin Dell Medical SchoolTX3693322613
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine – LubbockTX3647622976
University of Texas Rio Grande Valley School of MedicineTX3579222692
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center Paul L. Foster School of MedicineTX3550520633
Texas A&M Health Science Center College of MedicineTX3387020770
University of Nebraska College of MedicineNE3384422881
University of Puerto Rico School of MedicinePR3378617786
University of Texas McGovern Medical School at HoustonTX3306724814
New York University Grossman School of MedicineNY1020010200
New York University Long Island School of MedicineNY1017010170
Kaiser Permanente Bernard J. Tyson School of MedicineCA00
Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences F. Edward Hebert School of MedicineMD00
CUNY School of MedicineNYN/A41912
East Carolina University Brody School of MedicineNCN/A25859
Mercer University School of MedicineGAN/A43783
Southern Illinois University School of MedicineILN/A39142
University of Mississippi School of MedicineMSN/A35287
Washington State University Elson S. Floyd College of MedicineWAN/A40826
DO School Tution in the United States


Name of SchoolStateOut of State TuitionIn-State Tuition
Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine of Midwestern UniversityIL7403574035
Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine of Midwestern UniversityAZ7183371833
Rowan University School of Osteopathic MedicineNJ6966844683
Michigan State University College of Osteopathic MedicineMI6541747060
Nova Southeastern University Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic MedicineFL6395357234
New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic MedicineNY6206662066
A.T. Still University of Health Sciences School of Osteopathic Medicine in ArizonaAZ6080260802
University of New England College of Osteopathic MedicineME6069060690
Noorda College of Osteopathic MedicineUT5943759437
A.T. Still University of Health Sciences Kirksville College of Osteopathic MedicineMO5936859368
Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine – New YorkNY5915059150
Sam Houston State University College of Osteopathic MedicineTX5912559125
California Health Sciences University College of Osteopathic MedicineCA5912559125
Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine at New Mexico State UniversityNM5879058790
Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the PacificCA & OR5956059560
Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic MedicineCO & UT5853058530
Touro University Nevada College of Osteopathic MedicineNV5835058350
Touro University College of Osteopathic Medicine – CaliforniaCA5810058100
University of the Incarnate Word School of Osteopathic MedicineTX5800058000
Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic MedicineWA5765057650
Campbell University Jerry M. Wallace School of Osteopathic MedicineNC5660056600
Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences College of Osteopathic MedicineOK5638628884
Alabama College of Osteopathic MedicineAL5544055440
Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic MedicineOH5539639600
Idaho College of Osteopathic MedicineID5527055270
West Virginia School of Osteopathic MedicineWV5491023672
Marian University College of Osteopathic MedicineIN5392053920
Des Moines University College of Osteopathic MedicineIA5380953809
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic MedicinePA & GA5350253502
Lincoln Memorial University DeBusk College of Osteopathic MedicineTN5320053200
Liberty University College of Osteopathic MedicineVA5098550985
Kansas City University College of Osteopathic MedicineMO4913049130
University of Pikeville – Kentucky College of Osteopathic MedicineKY4885048850
Edward Via College of Osteopathic MedicineAL, LA, SC, & VA4690046900
Arkansas College of Osteopathic MedicineAR4645046450
William Carey University College of Osteopathic MedicineMS4400044000
Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine – ElmiraNY3990039900
University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth – Texas College of Osteopathic MedicineTX3883623148
Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine – BradentonFL3784036030
Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine – Erie & Seton HillPA3720037200

Medical School Tuition / DO School Tuition in Canada

Are you interested in applying to medical schools in Canada? We’ve compiled this next list for Canadian applicants or for American students who want to attend medical school in Canada. 

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Medical School Tution in the Canada


Name of SchoolCanadian ProvinceIn-State TuitionOut of State Tuition
Cumming School of Medicine, University of CalgaryAlberta$16,063.02$16,063.02
Dalhouise University Faculty of MedicineNova Scotia$23,000$23,000
Faculty of Medicine Universite LavalQuebec$4,070$12,550
McGill University Faculty of MedicineQuebec$8,036.70$19,720.05
Memorial University Faculty of MedicineNewfoundland$13,260$13,260
Michael G. DeGroote School of Medicine at McMaster UniversityOntario$26,126.64$26,126.64
Northern Ontario School of MedicineOntario$24,173.90$24,173.90
Queen’s University School of MedicineOntario$27,483$27,483
Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry at Western UniversityOntario$25,456$25,456
University of Alberta Faculty of Medicine & DentistryAlberta$12,887.20$12,887.20
University of British Columbia Faculty of MedicineBritish Columbia$21,006$21,006
University of Manitoba Max Rady College of MedicineManitoba$10,000$10,000
University of Montreal Faculty of MedicineMontreal$3,601$11,193
University of Ottawa Faculty of MedicineOttawa$28,500$28,500
University of Saskatchewan College of MedicineSaskatchewan$18,945$18,945
University of Sherbrooke Faculty of Medicine and Health SciencesSherbrooke$4,767$12,285
University of Toronto Faculty of MedicineToronto$24,835.40$24,835.40

Tips for Repaying Your Student Loans

Medical school costs quickly add up. Even if you have savings, scholarships and family to help, you’ll likely need to take out some student loans. So, instead of freezing at the very idea of student loans, let’s look at ways to quickly pay them off.

Federal Student Loans

There are two types of student loans: federal and private. There are several options for repaying federal student loans. 

  1. Income-driven repayment: This is a good option if you want to repay your student loans based on your income. You generally have a lower monthly payment this way.
  2. Student loan forbearance: This option allows you to temporarily stop making payments. Situations like a cancer diagnosis, loss of a job, insufficient income or being active duty in the military can grant you student loan forbearance.
  3. Debt consolidation: If you have a ton of student loans with varying interest rates and due dates, you can apply to consolidate them. This will combine all your loans into one and allow you to make one monthly payment at a rate you can afford.
  4. Loan forgiveness or cancellation: This option is usually only available to government, federal or state employees and individuals who work for non-profits.

Private Loans

Private loans work differently than federal loans, so repayment options are different. We can’t advise you on how these repayment options work because every private loan provider is different. You’ll need to contact your student loan provider to know your repayment options.

But we can offer some repayment tips! There are practical ways you can pay off your student loans. These tips work for any type of private (or federal, for that matter) loan. 

  1. Work part-time while you’re in school. Having some income coming in while you’re in medical school can help you stay on top of your student loans. If you want to immerse yourself in medicine 24/7, we recommend finding a position as a TA or an RA. This will help pad your resume while keeping your loans under control.

    You can also work a part-time job at a fast-food restaurant or retail store. These jobs are often flexible with school schedules. Working while you’re in medical school – whether on or off of your campus – shows hard work, tenacity and responsibility. 

  2. Learn how to budget. It’s easy for finances to get out of hand. There are budgeting apps that you can easily download onto your phone. That, or you can use a traditional spreadsheet or notebook. Keep track of the income you have coming in, as well as your expenses. Set aside part of your monthly income for student loan payments. If nothing else, you can pay down the interest.
  3. Live as frugally as possible. There’s no substitute for keeping your expenses down. The less money you spend, the more money you make. You can use the money you save to pay down your student loans.
  4. Make lump-sum payments. In addition to paying down your interest and living frugally, you can use any excess money you have to make a lump-sum payment. These payments can be irregular – just whenever you have extra money. They can be for any amount but are generally larger payments.

Following these tips might not seem to make that big of a difference. But as you work hard over time, you’ll see a difference. 

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does medical school cost in the United States?

Medical school costs in the United States vary. They’re often based on whether you attend a public or private university. According to the American Association of Medical Colleges, the current averages are as follows:

 

  • In-state public university: $41,438
  • In-state private university: $61,490
  • Out-of-state public university: $58,246
  • Out-of-state private university: $57,619

These prices include medical school tuition, university fees and health insurance costs for most universities. 

How much does medical school cost in the United States?

Medical school costs an average of $16,798 per year for Canadian citizens and permanent residents. The province of Ontario has the highest average rate: $27,304. 

Can I afford medical school? And is it even worth it?

Medical school costs quickly add up. Between the sticker shock and the mountain of applications for scholarships, grants and loans, you may question whether you even want to attend medical school. 

Is it worth it? The answer to this question entirely depends on your reasons for becoming a doctor. Do you want to help others? Do you feel like there’s a purpose for you in medicine? If so, then getting into medical school (and getting through it!) will likely be worth it to you. 

But if you’re just in it for the money, then it might not be worth all the effort. You can find other rewarding careers that will earn (over time) as much as doctors in some specialties.

There is also a light at the end of the tunnel. Most physicians earn enough money to pay back their student loans within several years. Once you’ve paid back your student loans, you can enjoy your salary. You’ll feel like you make significantly more once your student loans are paid off!

How long will it take for me to pay off my loans?

It will probably take you at least 10 years to pay off your student loans. If you subspecialize and have a longer residency, then it could take even longer. Most federal student loans come with a 10-year repayment plan, but there are options for 20-year and 25-year repayment plans. 

How much do Ivy League medical schools cost?

Medical school costs for the Ivy Leagues are usually in the $60k to $70k range. You can check out our definitive guides for Brown University, Stanford University, Duke University, Harvard University and Johns Hopkins University to see average rates for these schools.

What is included in medical school tuition and fees?

Medical school tuition includes the cost of your classes. You pay a certain amount for each course credit that you take. Fees are associated charges that you must pay the university. Medical school tuition and fees do not cover other expenses. Housing, transportation, food, health insurance, and supplies like scrubs, medical equipment, and even wellness supplements (for example, https://infiniwell.com/products/bpc-157-tablets) are all additional costs to consider.

So, if a university advertises $40,000 yearly in tuition and fees, anticipate paying more like $60,000 per year. After all, you do need a place to sleep at night and a doctor to go to when you get sick. 

How do I pay for medical school?

First, we recommend saving as much money as you can. As soon as you know you want to be a doctor, you should start saving. You can do this by working full-time during the summer months or part-time during the school year. In addition to saving your own money, you can also ask family and friends to contribute to your medical school fund. 

Next, apply for scholarships and grants. Unlike student loans, you don’t need to pay these back. Any scholarship or grant that’s awarded to you is free money. You can apply for as many scholarships and grants as you can find. Some students have funded their entire education with scholarships and grants. 

Finally, apply for loans. You have to pay these back with interest, so we only recommend this option as a last resort. We also highly recommend applying for public, federal student loans. These loans have better repayment terms and lower interest rates than private loans. Only apply for private loans if you really need them.

Tell me about the cheapest medical school out there!

We can’t tell you which medical school is the cheapest because the cost of attendance varies significantly based on residency. For example, an in-state student might pay $25,750 per year in tuition. But an out-of-state resident could pay $35,200 per year. That’s nearly $10,000 more just because the student doesn’t have residency status where they’re attending school. Then, you have to add in the cost of living.

We recommend researching the schools you’re interested in attending. A Google search like, “affordable medical schools in [your state]” can help you find available options. Many medical schools have a financial calculator on their website. You can plug in your residency status, when you’ll be enrolled and other select information. The calculator will generate an estimated cost for you. 

Should I attend a public or private university for medical school?

We can’t answer this question for you. It really is a personal decision that you’ll need to make based on your circumstances. Having said that, we have some tips you can use as a guide for making your decision.

First, private medical school tuition is usually higher. Out-of-state tuition for a public university is usually equal to in-state tuition at a private university. You could be looking at thousands more per year. 

But attending a private school could be worth it if you want to be part of a specific program. You might also consider the medical school’s facilities, technology, teacher-student ratio and other resources. 

If you want the cheapest education you can find, attend a public university in your state. If you want the highest quality education you can find, research schools in your state first, and then branch out to search for other schools. 

It might surprise you to find that a public university in your state could offer exactly what you’re looking for. Or, you might decide that paying a higher price is worth it to enroll in a specific program. 

Conclusion

It’s no secret that medical school isn’t cheap. But just because it’s expensive doesn’t mean you should give up on following your dreams. There are ample ways to pay medical school tuition. There are also multiple ways to pay off student loans, should you need them to get through medical school. 

Feeling overwhelmed? We understand. It’s a lot to process! International Medical Aid is here to help you through the application process. If you need help knowing where to apply to medical school or how to apply for financial aid, don’t hesitate to reach out to us. Our medical school admissions consulting was designed for that very purpose. We’re here to help you reach your dreams. 

While you’re here, we recommend checking out our series of definitive guides to getting into medical school. We’ve covered Ivy Leagues colleges with notoriously low acceptance rates and high tuition prices. But we’ve also covered medical schools that are easier to get into and come with lower tuition rates. Check out what those schools have to offer.

Good luck on your journey to medical school. We believe in you and your ability to become a great doctor.

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